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© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
Nummus - Fausta SPES REIPVBLICAE; Thessalonica; type B
| Bronze | 3 g | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 326-328 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#235920 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Salus standing left, holding two children to her breast, mintmark SMTSB
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SPES REIPVBLICAE
SMTSB
Edge
Plain
Comment
Other references: Sear 16571Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nummus - Fausta coin is that it features the image of a woman on one side, which is believed to be a representation of the Roman goddess of hope, Spes. This is significant because it highlights the importance of hope in Roman culture and the role that women played in representing positive values in ancient society. Additionally, the coin's design and imagery reflect the influence of Greek culture on Roman art and architecture during the 4th century AD.
