Nummus - Constantinus I Radiate, helmeted, cuirassed, left, spear over shoulder, shield, CONSTANTINVS P F 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#421307 |
|---|---|
| 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: ADVENT-VS AVG
Unabridged legend: Adventus Augusti.
Translation: Arrival of the emperor.
Interesting fact
The Nummus - Constantinus I coin was part of a large-scale currency reform implemented by Emperor Constantine the Great in the early 4th century. The reform aimed to stabilize the Roman Empire's economy and simplify its currency system, which had become complex and fragmented over time. The Nummus coin was introduced as a new standardized denomination, replacing a variety of smaller coins that had been in circulation previously. Its design featured the image of Constantine himself, emphasizing his role as the unifier and strengthener of the empire.