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Nummus - Constantinus I SOLI INVICTO COMITI; C | S; Rome
| Bronze | 2.9 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 315-316 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#196763 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Sol standing left, holding globe and raising right hand, C to left, S to right. Mintmark RS
Script: Latin
Lettering: SOLI INVICTO COMITI
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first Christian symbol, the Chi-Rho, on its reverse side. The Chi-Rho is a combination of the first two letters of the Greek word for Christ, "Chirstos," and it was used as a symbol of Christianity during the Roman Empire. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Constantine the Great, who was the first Christian Roman emperor and played a significant role in the spread of Christianity throughout the empire. The inclusion of the Chi-Rho symbol on the coin reflects the growing influence of Christianity during this time period.
