Nummus - Constantinus II (Radiate, draped, cuirassed, left; BEATA TRANQLITAS, PLON; Londinium) (323-324) front Nummus - Constantinus II (Radiate, draped, cuirassed, left; BEATA TRANQLITAS, PLON; Londinium) (323-324) back
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Nummus - Constantinus II Radiate, draped, cuirassed, left; BEATA TRANQLITAS, PLON; Londinium

 
Bronze 2.34 g 18.85 mm
Description
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
2.34 g
Diameter
18.85 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#374053
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.