Roman Empire. Constantius II (AD 337-361). Follis Arles, 330-348. GLORIA EXERCITVS. Pine tree or spearhead in upper centre. Mintmark SCONS. (No reserve price)

The coinage of Constantius II, who ruled from AD 337 to 361, includes the Follis produced at the Arles mint between 330 and 348 AD. The coin bears the inscription "GLORIA EXERCITVS," which translates to "Glory of the Army," a recurrent theme in late Roman coinage symbolizing the military's central role in imperial stability. This Follis features distinctive symbols such as a pine tree or spearhead in the upper center, emblematic motifs used by various mints to distinguish their coins. The mintmark SCONS marks its origin in the Arles mint, a significant production center in the Western Roman Empire. These coins are integral to understanding the monetary reforms of the Tetrarchy and Constantinian dynasty, reflecting efforts to bolster the economy and affirm the legitimacy of the ruling emperor through widespread military-themed propaganda.