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Nummus - Licinius I IOVI CONSERVATORI AVGG NN; Siscia
313 year| Bronze | 4 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Licinius I (308-324) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 313 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#105180 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 76% |
Reverse
Jupiter standing facing, head left, nude but chlamys hanging from left shoulder, holding Victory on globe in right hand and leaning on sceptre with left hand. At feet left, an eagle with wreath in beak.
Officina mark in right field.
Mintmark in exergue.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
IOVI CONSERVATORI AVGG NN
Γ
SIS
Translation:
IOVI CONSERVATORI AVGust Nostrorum
(To Jupiter the Protector of our Augusts)
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 material, suggests that it was intended for widespread circulation and use in everyday transactions.
