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Nummus - Licinius I IOVI CONSERVATORI AVGG; Alexandria
| Bronze | 2.9 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Licinius I (308-324) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 317-320 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#148799 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Jupiter, nude, chlamys spread, standing left, holding globe in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand.
Crescent in left field. Officina in right field.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI CONSER-VATORI AVGG
Unabridged legend: Iovi Conservatori Augustorum.
Translation: To Jupiter conservator of our emperors.
Edge
Plain
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 signifies the importance of the Roman gods in the empire's culture and religion, while the image of Licinius I serves as a symbol of his authority and leadership.
