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Nummus - Crispus CAESARVM NOSTRORVM VOT X; Rome
321 year| Bronze | 2.91 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Licinius I (308-324) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 321 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.91 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Thickness | 1.40 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#324764 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Wishes on two lines within laurel wreath, lettering around, mint mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CAESARVM NOSTRORVM
VOT • X
RS
Unabridged legend: Caesarum nostrorum votis decennalibus
Translation: Vows for the tenth reign anniversary of our caesar
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 the Roman Empire from 317 to 326 AD. Despite his short reign, Crispus played an important role in Roman history and is remembered for his military victories and administrative reforms. The coin's design, which includes the emperor's portrait and various symbols, reflects the cultural and political values of the Roman Empire during this time period.
