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Nummus - Constantine I VIRTVS AVGG; Arelate
327 year| Bronze | 3.09 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 327 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.09 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#381657 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Camp gate with four turrets, open doors, varying number of stone layers; star above.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTV-S AVGG
S F
ARL S
Comment
Mass varies: 2.52–3.49 g;Diameter varies: 19–22 mm;
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nummus - Constantine I (VIRTVS AVGG; Arelate) (327) coin is that it features an 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 played a significant role in establishing Christianity as the dominant religion of the empire and oversaw many significant political and military reforms. The coin's design, which includes an image of Constantine I with a crown and a scepter, reflects his importance and influence during his reign.
