Nummus - Constantinus I (VICTORIAE LAETAE PRINC PERP, PLN; Londinium) (319-320) front Nummus - Constantinus I (VICTORIAE LAETAE PRINC PERP, PLN; Londinium) (319-320) back
Nummus - Constantinus I (VICTORIAE LAETAE PRINC PERP, PLN; Londinium) (319-320) photo

Nummus - Constantinus I VICTORIAE LAETAE PRINC PERP, PLN; Londinium

 
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Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
319-320
Value
Nummus (1⁄7200)
Currency
Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#240858
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Script: Latin

Lettering:
VICTORIAE LAETAE PRINC PERP
PLN

Translation: London.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first Christian emperor, Constantine the Great, who ruled from 306 to 337 AD. The coin was minted during his reign and bears the inscription "VICTORIAE LAETAE PRINC PERP," which means "Eternal Victory of the Happy Prince." This coin is a rare example of early Christian iconography on Roman currency and is highly sought after by collectors.