© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Licinius II as Caesar IOVI CONSERVATORI; Cyzicus
| Bronze | 2.78 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Licinius I (308-324) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 321-324 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.78 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#369210 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Jupiter standing left, holding Victory in right hand and scepter in left; at feet to left, eagle standing left, head right, holding a wreath in beak; to right, bound captive seated right, head turned to look back. X on IIΓ in right field.
Lettering: IOVI CONS-ERVATORI
Translation: To Jupiter the Protector
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Licinius II as Caesar, which is significant because Licinius II was only a young boy when he was appointed as Caesar, and this coin was minted during his brief reign. Despite his young age, Licinius II was given the title of Augustus and was appointed as the co-emperor of Rome, highlighting the political influence and power of his family during that time.
