Nummus - Crispus (BEATA TRANQVILLITAS; Lugdunum) (321) front Nummus - Crispus (BEATA TRANQVILLITAS; Lugdunum) (321) back
Nummus - Crispus (BEATA TRANQVILLITAS; Lugdunum) (321) photo
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Nummus - Crispus BEATA TRANQVILLITAS; Lugdunum

321 year
Bronze 2.95 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
321
Value
Nummus (1⁄7200)
Currency
Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.95 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#381661
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Globe on altar inscribed VOT/IS/XX; above, three stars.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
BEATA TRANQVILLITAS
C R
PLG

Interesting fact

The Nummus - Crispus coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Crispus, who was the son of Constantine the Great. Crispus was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore peace and stability to the Roman Empire. The coin's inscription, "BEATA TRANQVILLITAS," which means "blessed tranquility," reflects the desire for peace and stability during a time of turmoil and conflict.