Nummus - Constantinus II Radiate, draped, cuirassed, left; BEATA TRANQLITAS, PLON; Londinium
Bronze | 2.34 g | 18.85 mm |
Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
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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 | 2.34 g |
Diameter | 18.85 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-05 |
Numista | N#374053 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Globe on inscribed altar, three stars above.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BEATA TRA-NQLITAS
VOT / IS / XX
PLON
Unabridged legend:
Beata Tranquillitas.
Votis Vicennalibus.
Translation:
Blessed tranquillity.
Prayers for twenty years of rule.
London.
Interesting fact
The Nummus - Constantinus II coin was part of a series of coins issued during the reign of Emperor Constantine II, who ruled the Roman Empire from 323 to 324 AD. This coin features an image of the emperor with a radiate crown, symbolizing his divine status, and a draped and cuirassed portrait, representing his military prowess. The reverse side of the coin bears the inscription "BEATA TRANQLITAS," which translates to "blessed tranquility," suggesting a period of peace and stability during Constantine's reign. Additionally, the coin was minted in Londinium (modern-day London), which was an important center of trade and commerce in the Roman Empire.