Nummus - Constantinus II Radiate, draped, cuirassed, left; BEATA TRANQLITAS, F-B, PLON; Londinium
| Bronze | 2.45 g | 18.62 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 322-323 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.45 g |
| Diameter | 18.62 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#374044 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Globe on inscribed altar, three stars above.
Letters in fields.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BEATA TRA-NQLITAS
VOT / IS / XX
F - B
PLON
Unabridged legend:
Beata Tranquillitas.
Votis Vicennalibus.
Translation:
Blessed tranquillity.
Prayers for twenty years of rule.
London.
Interesting fact
The Nummus coin , issued during the reign of Constantinus II (322-323 AD), features an image of the emperor with a radiate crown, symbolizing his connection to the divine and his role as the bringer of peace and prosperity to the empire. The coin's design also includes the inscription "BEATA TRANQLITAS," which translates to "blessed tranquility," reflecting the emperor's efforts to maintain peace and stability within the empire.
