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Nummus - Constantine I SOLI INVICTO COMITI; Arelate
316 year| Bronze | 3.52 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 316 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.52 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#111005 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Sol standing right, chlamys across left shoulder, globe in left hand, raising right, T over star to left, F to right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOLI INVICTO COMITI
PARL
Translation:
To the Unconquered Sun
PARL = Arles
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Constantine I, also known as Constantine the Great, who was the first Christian Roman emperor and is considered one of the most important figures in Roman history. He ruled from 306 to 337 AD and oversaw many significant changes in the Roman Empire, including the establishment of Christianity as the official state religion. This coin was minted during his reign and is a rare and valuable artifact for collectors and historians.
