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Nummus - Constantine I VIRTVS EXERCIT; Lugdunum
321 year| Bronze | 2.83 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 321 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.83 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#381751 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Standard inscribed VOT/XX flanked by two seated captives.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVS - EXERCIT
C R
PLG
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this 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. This coin was minted during his reign, which lasted from 306 to 337 AD.
