Nummus - Constantinus II FL CL CONSTANTINVS IVN N C; SOLI INVICTO COMITI, crescent left, PLN; Londinium
318 year| Bronze | 3.11 g | 19.12 mm |
| 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 | 3.11 g |
| Diameter | 19.12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#373738 |
|---|---|
| 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 symbolizes the moon goddess Luna, who was revered in ancient Rome. This highlights the influence of pagan beliefs and imagery in Roman coinage during the reign of Constantinus II.
