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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Constantinus I MARTI CONSERVATORI; Ticinum
| Bronze | 4.28 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 312-313 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.28 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#353340 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Mars, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing front (sometimes head right), leaning on reversed spear with right hand and placing left hand on shield. Mintmark in exergue
Script: Latin
Lettering: MARTI CON-SERVATORI
Translation: To Mars, protector of the homeland
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman god Mars on one side, while the other side bears the inscription "MARTI CONSERVATORI," which translates to "Preserver of Mars." This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was heavily influenced by pagan beliefs and deities. Additionally, the fact that the coin is made of bronze and weighs 4.28 grams suggests that it was a widely circulated coin among the common people of the empire, as bronze was a more affordable material than other metals like gold or silver.
