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Nummus - Constantine I SOLI INVICTO COMITI; Treveri
316 year| Bronze | 3.94 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 | 3.94 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#381676 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.
Trier mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOLI INVIC-TO COMITI
T F
BTR
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 dominant religion and the creation of a new capital city, Constantinople. This coin was minted during his reign and is a rare and valuable artifact for collectors and historians.
