Nummus - Magnus Maximus (SPES ROMANORVM; Aquileia) (387-388) front Nummus - Magnus Maximus (SPES ROMANORVM; Aquileia) (387-388) back
Nummus - Magnus Maximus (SPES ROMANORVM; Aquileia) (387-388) photo
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Nummus - Magnus Maximus SPES ROMANORVM; Aquileia

 
Bronze 1.11 g 13.8 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Magnus Maximus (384-388)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
387-388
Value
Nummus (1⁄7200)
Currency
Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
1.11 g
Diameter
13.8 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#71405
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Campgate with star between its two turrets.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering: SPES RO-MA-NORVM

Unabridged legend: Spes Romanorum

Translation: Hope of Romans

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Nummus - Magnus Maximus (SPES ROMANORVM; Aquileia) coin is that it features an image of a Roman soldier holding a spear and shield, symbolizing the military prowess and power of the Roman Empire during the reign of Magnus Maximus.