Nummus - Crispus (CAESARVM NOSTRORVM; Lugdunum) (323-324) front Nummus - Crispus (CAESARVM NOSTRORVM; Lugdunum) (323-324) back
Nummus - Crispus (CAESARVM NOSTRORVM; Lugdunum) (323-324) photo
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Nummus - Crispus CAESARVM NOSTRORVM; Lugdunum

 
Bronze 2.94 g 17.8 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
323-324
Value
Nummus (1⁄7200)
Currency
Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.94 g
Diameter
17.8 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#62966
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

CAESARVM NOSTRORVM around VOT X within wreath, PLGC in ex.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CAESARVM NOSTRORVM
VOT X
PLGC

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Nummus - Crispus coin is that it features the image of Emperor Crispus, who was the son of Constantine the Great and ruled alongside his father as Caesar from 317 to 324 AD. Despite his short reign, Crispus' coinage is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance.