Nummus - Crispus as Caesar Draped, cuirassed; VICTORIAE LAETAE PRINC PERP, diamond in square, PLN; Londinium
| Bronze | 2.77 g | 18.25 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 319-320 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.77 g |
| Diameter | 18.25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#373300 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding an inscribed shield supported by an altar. ⌺ on altar.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTORIAE LAETAE PRINC PERP
VOT/PR
PLN
Unabridged legend:
Victoriae Laetae Princeps Perpetvvs
Vota Populi Romani
Translation:
The joyful victories of the eternal prince.
Prayers (vows) of the Roman people.
London.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare image of Crispus, the son of Constantine the Great, who was appointed as Caesar by his father in 317 AD. Crispus was known for his military victories and was considered a potential heir to the throne, but he died unexpectedly in 326 AD, which makes coins bearing his image relatively scarce and highly sought after by collectors.
