Licinius II (AD 317–324) Roman Empire BI Reduced Nummus NGC XF

Constantius II — Coinage of AD 337–361

This bronze AE Nummus was issued for Constantius II during AD 337–361 and belongs to the coinage of Roman Empire.

Coin Details

• Ruler: Constantius II
• Date: AD 337–361
• Empire/region: Roman Empire
• Denomination: AE Nummus
• Metal: Bronze
• NGC grade: AU — About Uncirculated (Sheldon scale equivalent 50–53)

Historical Context

Constantius II was a son of Constantine the Great and ruled from AD 337 to 361, eventually becoming sole emperor after the deaths of his brothers. His reign was dominated by frontier warfare and repeated challenges from usurpers.

He campaigned against the Sasanian Empire and managed major civil conflicts in the west. Constantius died in AD 361 while marching against his cousin Julian II.

What This Coin Tells Us

Ancient coins combined everyday monetary use with official communication. Portraits, titles and reverse types expressed authority, religious ideas, military success and the legitimacy of the ruling house.

As an archaeological and historical object, this coin offers a tangible connection to the people, institutions and economic life of its period. Individual examples naturally vary in strike, centering, wear, patina and surviving detail.

What You Will Receive

One NGC-encapsulated AE Nummus of the stated type and grade is supplied per purchase.

Stock-photo notice: The photographs are representative of the product offering. The coin supplied may differ from the pictured example in portrait style, reverse design, inscriptions, centering, toning, surface appearance and other individual characteristics while remaining within the stated coin type and any expressly stated grade.