Nummus - Crispus as Caesar Helmeted, draped, cuirassed; VICTORIAE LAETAE PRINC PERP, wreath in square, PLN; Londinium
320 year| Bronze | 2.84 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 320 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.84 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#373363 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two Victories, winged, draped, facing each other, holding an inscribed shield supported by an altar. Wreath in square 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 an image of Crispus, who was a Caesar of the Roman Empire and the son of Emperor Constantine the Great. Crispus was known for his military campaigns and was considered a potential successor to his father, but he died before he could ascend to the throne. The coin's design, which includes a wreath in a square and the abbreviation "PLN" (meaning "plebeian") suggests that it was issued during a time of political turmoil and may have been intended to promote Crispus' image as a strong and capable leader.
