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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Constantinus II CLARITAS REIPVBLICAE; Siscia
317 year| Bronze | 4.8 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 317 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.8 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#103958 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Sol standing facing, head left, nude but chlamys over left shoulder, raising right hand, holding globe in left hand.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CLARITAS REIPVBLICAE
BSIS
Translation: The glory of our state
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Emperor Constantine II, who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to strengthen the Roman Empire. Despite his efforts, his reign was marked by internal power struggles and external threats, and he was eventually assassinated in 354 AD. The coin's design and inscription, which includes the phrase "CLARITAS REIPVBLICAE" or "clearness of the republic," may reflect the ideals and values that Constantine II sought to promote during his reign.
