Nummus - Crispus as Caesar Helmeted, cuirassed bust left, spear across right shoulder, shield on left arm; CRISPVS NOBIL C; BEATA TRANQVILLITAS, PLON; Londinium
| Bronze | 3.14 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 321-322 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.14 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#373448 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Globe on inscribed altar; above, three stars.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BEATA TRA-NQVILLITAS
VOT / IS / XX
PLON
Unabridged legend:
Beata Tranquillitas.
Votis vicennalibus.
Translation:
Blessed peace.
Vows for the twentieth anniversary of reign.
London.
Interesting fact
The Nummus - Crispus as Caesar coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Constantine the Great, who ruled the Roman Empire from 306 to 337 AD. This coin was part of a series of coins that were issued to promote the image of Constantine and his family, including his son Crispus, who was depicted on the coin as a Caesar (junior emperor). The coin's design features a helmeted and cuirassed bust of Crispus, holding a spear and shield, symbolizing his role as a military leader. The coin's reverse side features the goddess Peace (Beata Tranquillitas) standing on a prow, holding a branch and a scepter, representing the peace and prosperity that the Roman Empire enjoyed during Constantine's reign.