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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Crispus as Caesar CAESARVM NOSTRORVM; Arelate
| Bronze | 3.01 g | 18.88 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 | 3.01 g |
| Diameter | 18.88 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#392140 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Inscription within wreath.
Officina followed by a star and the mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CAESARVM NOSTRORVM
VOT
X
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Crispus, who was the son of Constantine the Great and served as Caesar of the Roman Empire from 322-323 AD. Despite his short reign, Crispus' coinage is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors, making it a valuable and interesting piece of numismatic history.
