Nummus - Crispus as Caesar Cuirassed, FL IVL CRISPVS NOB CAES; PRINCIPI IVVENTVTIS, crescent left, PLN; Londinium
318 year| Bronze | 2.74 g | 18.67 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 318 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.74 g |
| Diameter | 18.67 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#373294 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crispus, helmeted, draped, cuirassed, standing right, leaning on reversed vertical spear in right hand and resting left hand on shield.
Crescent in left field.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PRINCIPI IV-VENTVTIS
PLN
Translation:
Prince of youth.
London.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a portrait of Crispus, who was a Caesar of the Roman Empire and the son of Constantine the Great. Crispus was known for his military campaigns and was considered a promising leader, but he died prematurely at the age of 21, which led to his deification by the Roman Senate. The coin's design, which includes a cuirassed bust of Crispus and a crescent left, symbolizes his military prowess and divine status.