Nummus - Crispus as Caesar CRISPVS NOBIL C; VIRTVS EXERCIT, PLN; Londinium
| Bronze | 2.94 g | 19.25 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 320-321 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.94 g |
| Diameter | 19.25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#373412 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Inscribed standard flanked by two seated captives. Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVS - EXERCIT
VOT / XX
PLN
Unabridged legend:
Virtus Exercitus
Votis vicennalibus
Translation:
Courage of the army.
Wishes for the twentieth anniversary of reign.
London.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Crispus, who was the son of Constantine the Great, on the obverse (front side), indicating that he was appointed as Caesar, or junior emperor, by his father. This coin was minted during a time of great political significance, as Constantine was attempting to secure his dynasty and succession, and Crispus' appointment was a key part of this plan.