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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Constantinus I DN CONSTANTINI MAX AVG; Arelate
| Bronze | 3.2 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 322-323 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#131575 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Laurel wreath inscribed with vows, surrounded by lettering.
Officina and mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
D N CONSTANTINI MAX AVG
VOT
XX
Unabridged legend:
Dominus Noster Constantini Maximus Augustus.
Votis
Vicennalibus.
Officina and mintmark divided by a star in exergue.
Translation:
Our Lord Constantinus, great emperor.
Vows (prayers) for the twentieth reign anniversary.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Emperor Constantine I, who is considered one of the most important figures in Roman history. He was the first Christian Roman emperor and is credited with establishing Christianity as the dominant religion of the empire. This coin was minted during his reign, which lasted from 306 to 337 AD, and it is a rare and valuable artifact for collectors and historians.
