Roman Nummus or Follis (GLORIA EXERCITVS type)

Roman Empire · circa 330-335 AD

An ancient Roman bronze coin featuring a diademed bust of an emperor on the obverse and two soldiers standing with standards on the reverse.

Country: Roman Empire
Year: circa 330-335 AD
Denomination: Nummus / Follis (Bronze)
Metal: Billon / Low-grade copper or bronze with trace silver

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Overview

An ancient Roman bronze coin featuring a diademed bust of an emperor on the obverse and two soldiers standing with standards on the reverse.

Historical significance

Struck during the late Roman Empire, likely under Constantine the Great or his sons. The GLORIA EXERCITVS (Glory of the Army) reverse type was massively produced to boost military morale and pay troops.

Obverse (front)

Diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust of a Roman emperor facing right, surrounded by partially legible Latin legend.

Reverse (back)

GLORIA EXERCITVS type showing two soldiers standing facing each other, each holding a spear and resting a hand on a shield, with two military standards (labara) between them.

Estimated value

$10-$30 for common circulated late Roman bronzes, depending on condition and legibility.

What drives this coin's value

Legibility of legends, sharpness of portrait and reverse details, presence of a clear mint mark, and original desert or dark patina.

Grade assessment

Fair to About Fine (heavy environmental wear and pitting typical of buried ancient bronzes)

Mintage & rarity

Common; millions were minted across numerous imperial mints throughout the empire.

Authenticity & counterfeit red flags

Watch out for modern cast counterfeits which often lack sharp detail, show casting bubbles, or have unnatural surfaces. Genuine pieces have ancient wear patterns and authentic mineral patinas.