© Fred Cherrygarden
© Fred Cherrygarden
Nummus - Crispus VIRTVS EXERCIT VOT XX; Ticinum
| Bronze | 3.46 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 319-320 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.46 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#248205 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Standard inscribed VOT XX with two bound captives seated to left and right of its base.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVS EXERCIT
VOT XX
TT
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Crispus, who was a prominent military leader and the son of the Roman Emperor Constantine the Great. Crispus was known for his military campaigns against the Germanic tribes and his leadership during the Battle of Constantine in 312 AD. His image on the coin signifies his importance in Roman history and highlights the military prowess of the Roman Empire during this time period.
