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Nummus - Constantinus II Helmeted, cuirassed, right; BEATA TRANQLITAS, PLON; Londinium
| Bronze | 2.82 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 323-324 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.82 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#374055 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Globe on inscribed altar, three stars above.
London mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BEATA TRA-NQLITAS
VOT
IS
XX
Unabridged legend:
Beata Tranquillitas
Votis Vicennalibus
Translation:
Blessed tranquillity.
Prayers for twenty years of rule.
Interesting fact
The Nummus - Constantinus II coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Constantine II (323-324 AD) to promote the ideals of peace and prosperity throughout the Roman Empire. The coin's design features a helmeted and cuirassed bust of Constantine II on the obverse (front side), and a depiction of the goddess Peace (Beata Tranqulitas) on the reverse (back side), symbolizing the emperor's commitment to maintaining peace and stability throughout the empire. The coin's inscription, "BEATA TRANQLITAS," translates to "Blessed Tranquility," further emphasizing the theme of peace and prosperity.
