© Wilson Roberto Vasques Nunes
© Wilson Roberto Vasques Nunes
Nummus - Constans I VICTORIAE DD AVGGQ NN; Siscia
| Bronze | 2.1 g | 17 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 | 2.1 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#155200 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Two Victories facing each other holding wreaths.
Mintmark in exergue between to dots.
Script: Latin
Lettering: VICTORIAE D D AVGG Q N N
Unabridged legend: Victoriae Dominorum Nostrorum Augustorum Quorum Nominum
Translation: The Victories of Our Lords, the 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 inscription "VICTORIAE DD AVGGQ NN," which translates to "Victory of our lords, the two Augusti," referring to Constans I and his co-emperor, Constantius II. This coin is a rare example of early Christian imagery on Roman currency and highlights the significant religious and political changes taking place during this period in history.
