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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Constantinus II PROVIDENTIAE CAESS; Heraclea
317 year| Bronze | 3.2 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Licinius I (308-324) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 317 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#393472 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Camp gate with three turrets, without doors, with varying number of stone layers.
Mintmark and officina between two dots in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENTIAE CAESS
Unabridged legend: Providentiae Caesars
Translation: Providence of the two Caesars
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Providentia on one side, which symbolizes the idea of foresight and planning for the future. This was a common theme in Roman coinage during the reign of Constantinus II, as he sought to promote the idea of a well-organized and prosperous empire.
