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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Nummus - Licinius VIRTVS EXERCIT VOT XX; Aquileia
320 year| Bronze | 3.92 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 320 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.92 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#429541 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Standard inscribed VOT/XX flanked by two seated captives.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VIRTVS EXERCIT
VOT XX
S-F
Translation: The power of the army
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Victory (VIRTVS) on the reverse side, which was a common motif on Roman coins during this period. The image of Victory was meant to symbolize the power and strength of the Roman Empire.
