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Nummus - Constans I VICTORIAE DD AVGG Q NN; Arelate
| Bronze | 1.65 g | 15.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constans I (337-350) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 347-348 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.65 g |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#139772 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, each holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Letter in left field.
Officina and mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIAE DD AVGG Q NN
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Emperor Constans I, who was known for his controversial reign and his attempts to persecute pagans and promote Christianity throughout the empire. Despite his tumultuous rule, his coinage remains a popular among collectors and historians, offering a glimpse into the economic and political climate of the Roman Empire during his reign.
