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Nummus - Licinius I IOVI CONSERVATORI; Arelate
317 year| Bronze | 2.55 g | 18.3 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 317 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.55 g |
| Diameter | 18.3 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#302932 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Jupiter standing left, nude but chlamys draped across left shoulder, holding thunderbolt in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand; letters in fields; mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
IOVI CONSERVATORI
R S
TARL
Unabridged legend: Iovi Conservatori
Translation: To Jupiter, the protector
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 highlights the importance of Roman mythology and religion during this time period. Additionally, the fact that the coin was made of bronze, a relatively inexpensive metal, suggests that it was intended for widespread circulation and use in everyday transactions.
