Nummus - Crispus as Caesar Helmeted, cuirassed, CRISPVS NOB CAES; VIRTVS EXERCIT, PLN; Londinium
| Bronze | 2.93 g | 18.81 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 | 2.93 g |
| Diameter | 18.81 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#373426 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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
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 minted to promote the image of Constantine and his family, and it features Crispus, who was Constantine's eldest son and Caesar (junior emperor) from 317 to 321 AD. The coin's design highlights Crispus' military prowess, with the reverse side featuring the goddess Victory holding a trophy and a shield, symbolizing the Roman Empire's military victories under Crispus' leadership.