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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Crispus as Caesar PROVIDENTIAE CAESS; Antioch
| Bronze | 3.2 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Caesar | Crispus (317-324) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 326-327 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#402979 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Camp gate with two turrets, without doors, with varying number of stone layers; star above, dot in doorway.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENTIAE CAESS
Unabridged legend: Providentiae Caesarum.
Translation: To the foresight of the Caesars.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Crispus, who was the son of Constantine the Great and served as Caesar from 324 to 327 AD. Despite his short reign, Crispus' coinage is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors due to his brief time as Caesar. Additionally, the coin's reverse side features the goddess Providentia, who was a symbol of foresight and good fortune, highlighting the importance of these qualities in Roman leadership.
