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© Levi4095
Nummus - Licinius I IOVI CONSERVATORI AVGG; Antioch
| Bronze | 3.3 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Licinius I (308-324) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 313-314 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.3 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#360863 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
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.
In right field, wreath on officina number on III
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI CONSERVATORI AVGG
Unabridged legend: Jovi consevatori augustorum
Translation: To Jupiter, the protector of our two dear augusts
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the 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 inclusion of Jupiter's image on the coin may have been a way to emphasize Licinius' connection to the Roman pantheon and to promote his legitimacy as a ruler.
