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Nummus - Crispus CAESARVM NOSTRORVM VOT V; Thessalonica
320 year| Bronze | 1.90 g | 18.50 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 320 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.90 g |
| Diameter | 18.50 mm |
| Thickness | 1.250 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#324887 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Vows on two lines within laurel wreath, lettering around, mintmark in exergue.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
CAESARVM NOSTRORVM
VOT • V
TSΔVI
Unabridged legend: Caesarum nostrorum votis quinquennalibus
Translation: Vows for the fifth reign anniversary of our caesar
Interesting fact
The Nummus - Crispus coin was issued during the reign of Emperor Crispus, who was the son of Emperor Constantine the Great. Crispus was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's economy. The coin's design features the image of Crispus on one side and the Roman goddess Salus on the other, symbolizing the emperor's commitment to the well-being and prosperity of the Roman people.
