© CGB
© CGB
Nummus - Licinius I Bust right; GENIO POP ROM, star right, PLN; Londinium
| Bronze | 3.65 g | 24.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 310-312 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.65 g |
| Diameter | 24.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#132432 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Genius standing left, head towered, nude except loins draped, holding patera with right hand and cornucopiae with left hand.
Star in right field.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GENIO POP ROM
PLN
Unabridged legend: Genio Populi Romani
Translation:
To the Genius (guardian) of the Roman people.
London.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Licinius I, who was a Roman emperor who ruled from 308 to 324 AD. He was known for his military campaigns against the Sassanid Empire and his efforts to restore the Roman Empire's economy and military strength. The coin's design, including the bust of Licinius I and the inscription "GENIO POP ROM," reflects the emperor's efforts to promote his image as a powerful and benevolent leader.
