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Nummus - Galerius SAC MON VRB AVGG ET CAESS NN; Rome
| Bronze | 6.22 g | 28.8 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Galerius (Gaius Galerius Valerius Maximianus) (305-311) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 303-305 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.22 g |
| Diameter | 28.8 mm |
| Thickness | 1.55 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#225981 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Moneta standing left, holding scales and cornucopiae.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SAC MON VRB AVGG ET CAESS NN
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nummus - Galerius coin is that it features the first known use of the "SAC MON VRB AVGG ET CAESS NN" (Sacred Majesty of the City of the Emperor and Caesar) title on a Roman coin, which was a new title adopted by Galerius as part of his efforts to promote the cult of the emperor and solidify his own power.
