Nummus - Constantinus II CAESARVM NOSTRORVM VOT X; Arelate
| Bronze | 3.17 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine II (337-340) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 322-323 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.17 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#352257 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Vows on two lines within laurel wreath, lettering around.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CAESARVM NOSTRORVM
VOT · X
Unabridged legend: Caesarum Nostrorum Votis Decennalibus
Translation: Vows for the tenth reign anniversary of our caesar
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Constantinus II, who was the son of Constantine the Great, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears the inscription "VOT X" which represents the 10th anniversary of his reign. This coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was transitioning from a pagan to a Christian society, and it serves as a tangible representation of the blending of ancient Roman traditions with the new Christian ideals.
