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Nummus - Licinius I IOVI CONSERVATORI; Antioch
| Bronze | 4.15 g | 19.6 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Licinius I (308-324) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 321-323 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.15 g |
| Diameter | 19.6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#135642 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Jupiter, nude, chlamys draped across left shoulder, standing left, holding Victory on globe in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand; to left, eagle with wreath; to right, captive.
Letters in right field.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
IOVI CONS-ERVATORI
X / IIΓ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman god Jupiter on one side, and the emperor Licinius I on the other. This coin was minted during Licinius' reign as emperor, which lasted from 308 to 324 AD. The image of Jupiter on the coin is significant because it represents the Roman Empire's official religion and highlights the emperor's role as a divine ruler. The coin's design also reflects the influence of Greek culture on Roman art and architecture during this period.
