Record ID: HESH-D074B2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy (or bronze) nummus of Constans (337 -350 AD) minted between 348 and 350 AD. The obverse depicts a likeness of Constans showing a draped bust facing right with diademed crown. The obverse inscription reads: [DN C]ONST - ANS PF [AVG]. The reverse depicts a phoenix facing right on globe. The inscription reads: [F]EL TEM[P REPARATIO] - (The return of happy times). This type of coin commemorates the 1100 anniversary of the founding of Rome, the phoenix symbolises a fresh start or rebirth. References: Reece, R and James, S 1986 Identifying Roman Coins Seaby [pages: 38…
Created on: Tuesday 18th January 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Herefordshire', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-B1FC39
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A struck copper alloy nummus of Constans (AD 337-350) Reverse FEL TEMP REPARTIO Pheonix on Globe Reece period 18 The coin measures 23.96mm in length and is 21.75mm wide and is 2.22mm thick; it weighs 2.92 grams
Created on: Friday 25th January 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 4th June 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Brampton Bryan', grid reference and parish protected.