Nummus - Crispus (PROVIDENTIAE CAESS; Cyzicus) (324-325) front Nummus - Crispus (PROVIDENTIAE CAESS; Cyzicus) (324-325) back
Nummus - Crispus (PROVIDENTIAE CAESS; Cyzicus) (324-325) photo
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Nummus - Crispus PROVIDENTIAE CAESS; Cyzicus

 
Bronze 3.30 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
324-325
Value
Nummus (1⁄7200)
Currency
Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.30 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#342306
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Camp gate with two turrets, without doors, with 6 stone layers; star above.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
PROVIDENTIAE CAESS
SMKB

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Nummus - Crispus coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Providentia on one side, which symbolizes the Roman Empire's ability to provide for its citizens and protect its territories.