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Nummus - Constantinus I CONSTANTINVS AVG; Antioch
| Bronze | 2 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 324-325 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#414000 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Wreath above legend.
Mintmark and officina over a dot in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSTANTINVS AVG
Unabridged legend: Constantinus Augustus.
Translation: Constantine I emperor.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nummus - Constantinus I (CONSTANTINVS AVG; Antioch) coin is that it features an image of Emperor Constantine the Great on one side and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other. This coin was minted during Constantine's reign (306-337 AD) and was used as a means of spreading propaganda and promoting the ideals of the Roman Empire. The coin's design was meant to convey the message that Constantine was a powerful and divine leader who was destined to bring victory and prosperity to the empire.
