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Nummus - Constantius I as Caesar VOT XX; Roma
| Bronze | 4.16 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantius I Chlorus (Flavius Valerius Constantius) (305-306) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 297-298 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.16 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#238525 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Legend within a wreath
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VOT
XX
Comment
http://numismatics.org/ocre/id/ric.6.rom.89aInteresting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Constantius I as Caesar, which suggests that it was minted during a time when he was still a junior emperor, rather than a senior emperor. This is significant because it provides insight into the political dynamics of the Roman Empire during this period, and highlights the importance of Constantius I's rise to power. Additionally, the fact that it is made of bronze and weighs 4.16g suggests that it was a widely circulating coin, used for everyday transactions, which further underscores its historical significance.
