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Nummus - Constantius II Phoenix, FEL TEMP REPARATIO, Arelate

Issuer Roman Imperial Mint
Year 348-350
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Orientation Variable alignment ↺
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Obverse script Latin
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Reverse description The reverse depicts a phoenix, the mythological bird of renewal and eternity, standing upon a rocky globe or mound, facing right with wings slightly raised, symbolising the restoration of the Golden Age under Constantius II. This type is one of three principal reverse designs employed in the Fel Temp Reparatio series, and is notably the rarest of the group. The encircling legend FEL TEMP REPARATIO frames the device, while the exergue bears the mint mark identifying the workshop at Arelatum. The overall execution is characteristic of the Arelate mint's output in the 348–350 period, with surface patination and moderate wear consistent with circulation use.
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Reverse lettering FEL TEMP REPARATIO
(Translation: The restoration of happy times)
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