Nummus - Constantinus I Laureate, draped, cuirassed, CONSTANTINVS P F AVG; COMITI AVGG NN, Star, PLN; Londinium
| Bronze | 3.58 g | 21.6 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 310-312 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.58 g |
| Diameter | 21.6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#421333 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, chlamys falling from left shoulder, standing left, holding up globe in right hand and whip in left hand.
Star in right field.
London mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
COMITI - AVGG NN or
COMIT-I - AVGG NN
Unabridged legend: Comiti Augusti Noster.
Translation: To the companion of our emperors.
Interesting fact
The Nummus - Constantinus I coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Constantine the Great, who is known for his significant religious and political reforms, including the Edict of Milan, which legalized Christianity throughout the Roman Empire. This coin features an image of Constantine wearing a laurel wreath and a cuirass, symbolizing his military prowess and leadership. The coin's design also includes the inscription "COMITI AVGG NN," which refers to the Roman Senate and people, highlighting Constantine's efforts to strengthen the empire's political and social structures. Overall, this coin serves as a tangible reminder of Constantine's impact on Roman history and culture.
