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Nummus - Crispus PROVIDENTIAE CAESS; Arelatum
| Bronze | 3.39 g | 19.00 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 325-326 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.39 g |
| Diameter | 19.00 mm |
| Thickness | 1.50 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#325375 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Camp gate with two turrets, without doors, varying number of stone layers; star above; mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PROVIDENTIAE CAESS
TA◡RL
Unabridged legend: Providentiae duorum caesarum
Translation: The foresight of the two caesars
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of the Roman goddess Providentia on one side, which symbolizes the ability to see into the future and ensure the well-being of the Roman people.
