© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Licinius I GENIO POP ROM, star left, PLN; Londinium
| Bronze | 2.97 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 312-313 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.97 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#373096 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Genius, turreted, draped, standing left, holding patera in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand.
Star in left field.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
GENIO POP ROM
PLN
Unabridged legend: Genio Populi Romani
Translation:
To the Genius of the Roman People.
London.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a star on the reverse side, which was a symbol of the Roman goddess of fortune, Fortuna. This suggests that the coin was minted during a time when the Roman Empire was placing a greater emphasis on the ideals of good fortune and prosperity. Additionally, the fact that the coin was minted in Londinium (modern-day London) highlights the extent to which the Roman Empire had expanded its reach and influence across Europe.
