Nummus - Constantinus II CONSTANTINVS IVN N C; SOLI INVICTO COMITI, crescent left, PLN; Londinium
318 year| Bronze | 3.94 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 318 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.94 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#373746 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing left, raising right hand and holding globe in left hand.
Crescent in left field.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SOLI INVIC-TO COMITI
PLN
Unabridged legend: Soli Invicto comiti
Translation:
To his companion the invincible Sun.
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a crescent left, which was a symbol of the Roman goddess Luna, representing the moon. This suggests that the coin may have been minted during a time when the Roman Empire was still heavily influenced by pagan beliefs and practices. Additionally, the inscription "SOLI INVICTO COMITI" translates to "To the Unconquered Sun" which was a common phrase used in Roman imperial propaganda to emphasize the power and invincibility of the Roman Empire.
