Fraction - Constantinus II PRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS; Nicomedia
| Gold | 1.6 g | 14.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 325-326 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 1.6 g |
| Diameter | 14.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#389317 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Constantius II, draped, cuirassed, cloak spread, standing right, holding globe in right hand and transverse spear in left hand.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PRINCIPI - IVVENTVTIS
Translation: In honor of the Prince of Youth.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Emperor Constantine II, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to establish Christianity as the dominant religion of the Roman Empire.
