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Nummus - Constantinus II BEATA TRANQUILLITAS, C-R; Lugdunum
| Bronze | 4.01 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine II (337-340) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 321-322 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.01 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#85009 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Globe on inscribed altar, three stars above.
Letters in left and right fields.
Officina and mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BEATA TRANQVILLITAS
VO
TIS
XX
C - R
Unabridged legend:
Beata Tranquillitas.
Votis vicennalibus.
Translation:
Fortunate tranquillity.
Vows (wishes) for 20 years of reign.
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Nummus - Constantinus II (BEATA TRANQUILLITAS, C-R; Lugdunum) coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Constantine the Great, who is known for his significant religious and political reforms. This coin features an image of the emperor on one side and the goddess of peace, Beata Tranquillitas, on the other. The coin's design and inscription, "BEATA TRANQUILLITAS," which means "blessed tranquility," reflect Constantine's efforts to promote peace and stability throughout the empire.
