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Nummus - Licinius I SOLI INVICTO; Antioch
312 year| Bronze | 4.5 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Licinius I (308-324) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 312 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.5 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#392543 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sol, radiate, draped, standing left, raising right hand and holding head of Serapis in left hand.
Officina letter in left field. Star in right field.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SOLI IN-VICTO
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nummus - Licinius I (SOLI INVICTO; Antioch) coin is that it features the image of the Roman god Sol Invictus, which translates to "Unconquered Sun," on the obverse (front) side of the coin. This image was a common motif on Roman coins during the reign of Licinius I, who was a proponent of the cult of Sol Invictus and promoted its worship throughout the empire. The coin's design and imagery reflect the religious and political ideologies of the Roman Empire during this time period.
