Nummus - Crispus (CAESARVM NOSTRORVM VOT X; Siscia) (320-321) front Nummus - Crispus (CAESARVM NOSTRORVM VOT X; Siscia) (320-321) back
Nummus - Crispus (CAESARVM NOSTRORVM VOT X; Siscia) (320-321) photo
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Nummus - Crispus CAESARVM NOSTRORVM VOT X; Siscia

 
Bronze 2.98 g 18.85 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
320-321
Value
Nummus (1⁄7200)
Currency
Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.98 g
Diameter
18.85 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#388836
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Inscription within a laurel wreath. Legend around.
Officina and mintmark in exergue followed by a star.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CAESARVM NOSTRORVM
VOT X

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Crispus, who was a prominent military leader and son of the Roman Emperor Constantine the Great. Crispus was known for his victories against the Germanic tribes and was appointed as the Caesar of the Roman Empire by his father. The coin was minted during his reign, which lasted from 320 to 321 AD.