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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Arcadius SALVS REIPVBLICAE; Heraclea
| Bronze | 1.12 g | 13.45 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Theodosius I (379-395) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 388-392 |
| Value | 1 Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.12 g |
| Diameter | 13.45 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#426614 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Victory advancing left, holding trophy and dragging captive. Mintmark and officina in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SALVS REI-PVBLICAE
Translation: The Safety of the Republic
Interesting fact
The Nummus - Arcadius coin was part of a large-scale currency reform implemented by Emperor Arcadius in 388 AD, which aimed to address the inflation and economic instability of the Roman Empire. The new coinage system introduced by Arcadius featured a standardized set of coins with consistent weights and denominations, which helped to stabilize the economy and facilitate trade across the empire. The Nummus coin, in particular, was the smallest denomination in the new system and was widely used for everyday transactions.
