Constantius II, as Caesar, BI Nummus, Nicomedia Mint, 324-325 AD – Camp Gate

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Roman Imperial, Constantius II, as Caesar, 324-337 AD, BI Nummus (bronze, 3.05g, 20.1mm), Nicomedia Mint, 324-325 AD
Obv: FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C; laureate, draped and cuirassed bust of Constantius II to left
Rev: PROVIDENTIAE CAESS; camp-gate with no door, two turrets, star above; SMNĪ” in exergue
Ref: RIC VII 94 Rarity/Choice: Common, EF ( desert patina, virtually as struck)
Note: Constantius II was a Roman emperor who ruled as Caesar from AD 324 to 337 and later as Augustus from AD 337 to 361. He was the second son of Constantine the Great and Fausta, and his reign included efforts to consolidate the empire and defend its borders against various threats.Ā  During this period, Constantius II was actively involved in military campaigns and administrative duties, preparing for his eventual role as Augustus. The obverse features a laureate, draped, and cuirassed bust of Constantius II facing left. The laurel wreath symbolizes victory and honor, the drapery signifies his status, and the cuirass represents his role as a military leader. “FL IVL CONSTANTIVS NOB C” stands for “Flavius Julius Constantius Nobilissimus Caesar,” which translates to “Flavius Julius Constantius, Most Noble Caesar.” This title emphasizes Constantius II’s noble status as Caesar, a junior co-emperor under Constantine the Great. The reverse shows a camp gate with no door, flanked by two turrets, and a star above. The camp gate symbolizes the military strength and fortifications of the Roman Empire, while the star represents divine favor or guidance. “PROVIDENTIAE CAESS” translates to “To the Foresight of the Caesars.” This inscription emphasizes the importance of the Caesars’ foresight and their role in ensuring the stability and future of the empire.

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