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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Nummus - Constantinus I VRBS ROMA; Cyzicus
| Bronze | 1.92 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 331-334 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.92 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#119510 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 68% |
Reverse
Anepigraphic.
She-wolf suckling the twins Romulus and Remus; above, two stars representing the Dioscuri, Castor and Pollux.
Mintmark in exergue.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering: SMKΔ
Comment
Variant RIC#91 is known with plumed helmet.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Constantine I, also known as Constantine the Great, who ruled from 306 to 337 AD. He was the first Christian Roman emperor and is considered a significant figure in the history of Christianity. The coin was minted during his reign, specifically between 331 and 334 AD, and was used as a standard circulation coin in the Roman Empire.
