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Nummus - Constantine I SOLI INVICTO COMITI; A-S; Treveri
| Bronze | 3.07 g | 21.45 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 315-316 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.07 g |
| Diameter | 21.45 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#401907 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.
Letters across fields.
Officina and mintmark in exergue.
Lettering:
SOLI INVIC-TO COMITI
A - S
Translation: To the unconquered Sun, minister [of the Emperor].
Edge
Rough
Comment
A rare coin.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first Christian emperor, Constantine the Great, who ruled from 306 to 337 AD. The coin's reverse side bears the inscription "SOLI INVICTO COMITI," which means "To the Unconquered Sun, my companion." This inscription reflects Constantine's conversion to Christianity and his belief in the power of the Christian God. The coin's design and inscription symbolize the transition from the traditional Roman pagan beliefs to the new Christian era, making it a significant historical artifact.
