Nummus - Constantinus I Laureate, helmeted, cuirassed, left, spear forward, shield, CONSTANTINVS P AVG; ADVENTVS AVG, Star, PLN; Londinium
| Bronze | - | - |
| 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 |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#421300 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Constantine I, draped, cuirassed, riding left, raising right hand and holding up spear with left hand; horse treading seated captive to left.
Star in right field.
London mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
ADVEN-T-VS AVG or
ADV-ENTVS AVG or
ADVE-NTVS AVG or
ADVEN-TVS AVG
Unabridged legend: Adventus Augusti.
Translation: Arrival of the emperor.
Interesting fact
The Nummus - Constantinus I coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Constantine the Great, who ruled the Roman Empire from 306 to 337 AD. This coin was one of the first to feature the image of a Roman emperor, setting a precedent for future coinage. The coin's design includes a portrait of Constantine wearing a laurel wreath and a helmet, symbolizing his military prowess and leadership. The reverse side of the coin features the goddess Victory holding a trophy and a shield, representing the Roman Empire's military victories. The Nummus - Constantinus I coin is considered a rare and valuable artifact, highly sought after by collectors and historians.