Constantine II, as Ceaser, AE Nummus, Nicomedia Mint, 330-335 AD

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Roman Imperial, Constantine II, as Ceaser,Ā  316-337 AD, AE Nummus (bronze, 1.82g, 17mm), Nicomedia Mint, 330-335 AD
Obv: CONSTANTINVS IVN NOB C; laureate and cuirassed bust of Constantine II right
Rev: GLORIA EXERCITVS; two soldiers standing facing one another with spear and shield; between them, two standards; SMNĪ“ (?) in exergue
Ref:Ā  RIC 189 Rarity/Choice: Common, aVF Fine (brown-green patina with earthen deposits)
Note: Constantine II, also known as Flavius Claudius Constantinus, was a Roman emperor who ruled as Caesar from AD 316 to 337. He was one of the sons of Constantine the Great and was appointed as Caesar in the Tetrarchic system, which aimed to stabilize and divide the vast Roman Empire among multiple rulers. The Nummus of Constantine II from Nicomedia is a significant artifact from the early 4th century Roman Empire. The obverse, with its laureate and cuirassed bust, highlights Constantine II’s imperial authority and military leadership. The reverseā€™s depiction of soldiers and standards celebrates the strength and unity of the Roman army. This coin not only facilitated economic transactions but also served as a medium for imperial propaganda, reinforcing the emperorā€™s image as a strong and capable leader aligned with the militaryā€™s glory.

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