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Nummus - Diocletianus PROVIDENTIA DEORVM QVIES AVGG S-F; Serdica
| Bronze | 9.40 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Caesar | Galerius (Gaius Galerius Valerius Maximianus) (293-305) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 305-306 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.40 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#120929 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Providentia, draped, standing right, extending right hand to Quies; Quies, draped, standing left, holding branch in right hand and leaning on scepter with left hand.
Letters across fields.
Officina in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
PROVIDENTIA DEORVM QVIES AVGG
S-F
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Providentia on one side, which represents the divine protection and guidance of the Roman Empire. This coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Diocletian, who ruled from 284 to 305 AD and was known for his extensive reforms and military campaigns. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect the cultural and religious values of the Roman Empire during this time period.
