Nummus - Constans I (VICTORIAE DD AVGGQ NN; Siscia) (347-348) front Nummus - Constans I (VICTORIAE DD AVGGQ NN; Siscia) (347-348) back
Nummus - Constans I (VICTORIAE DD AVGGQ NN; Siscia) (347-348) photo
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Nummus - Constans I VICTORIAE DD AVGGQ NN; Siscia

 
Bronze 1.38 g 17 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
1.38 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#120753
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Two Victories standing facing each other, each holding wreath with raised hand and palm with lowered hand.
Letter in centre field.
Mintmark in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VICTORIAE DD AVGGQ NN
N

Unabridged legend: Victoriae Dominorum Augustroum Duorum Que Nostorum.

Translation: To the victories of our two Lords and emperors.

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 emperor's bust, wearing a crown and a long beard, and on the reverse side, there is a depiction of the goddess Victory holding a wreath and a palm branch, symbolizing the Roman Empire's victory and power. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the early Christian period of the Roman Empire.