Nummus - Crispus as Caesar Helmeted, spear across right shoulder, shield on left arm; CRISPVS NOBIL C; BEATA TRANQLITAS, F-B, PLON; Londinium
| Bronze | 3.01 g | 18.63 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 322-323 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.01 g |
| Diameter | 18.63 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#373454 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Globe on inscribed altar; above, three stars.
Letters across fields.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BEATA TRA-NQLITAS
VOT / IS / XX
F - B
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's family, including his sons Crispus and Constantine II. The coin features Crispus as Caesar, with a helmet, spear, and shield, and the inscription "CRISPVS NOBIL C" which means "Crispus, noble Caesar." The reverse side of the coin features the goddess Peace (Beata Tranquitas) and the inscription "BEATA TRANQLITAS," which means "blessed tranquility." This coin is significant because it highlights the importance of the Constantine dynasty and their efforts to promote their image and legacy through coinage.
