Nummus - Constans I (VICTORIAE DD AVGG Q NN; Rome) (347-348) front Nummus - Constans I (VICTORIAE DD AVGG Q NN; Rome) (347-348) back
Nummus - Constans I (VICTORIAE DD AVGG Q NN; Rome) (347-348) photo
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Nummus - Constans I VICTORIAE DD AVGG Q NN; Rome

 
Bronze 1.24 g 13 mm
Description
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
1.24 g
Diameter
13 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#95718
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Two Victories, winged, draped, standing facing each other, each holding wreath in right hand and palm in left hand.
Two palm branches (left and right) between Victories.
Mintmark and officina mark in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering: VICTORIAE DD AVGGQ NN

Unabridged legend: Victoriae Duorum Dominorum Augusti Que Nostrorum.

Translation: To the victories of our two emperors.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first Christian emperor, Constans I, who ruled from 337 to 354 AD. The coin's design includes the image of Constans I wearing a crown and holding a scepter, while the reverse side features the goddess Victory standing on a prow, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military victories. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the early Christian period of the Roman Empire.