Nummus - Magnus Maximus (SPES ROMANORVM; Arelate) (383-388) front Nummus - Magnus Maximus (SPES ROMANORVM; Arelate) (383-388) back
Nummus - Magnus Maximus (SPES ROMANORVM; Arelate) (383-388) photo
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Nummus - Magnus Maximus SPES ROMANORVM; Arelate

 
Bronze 1.05 g 13.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Magnus Maximus (384-388)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
383-388
Value
Nummus (1⁄7200)
Currency
Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
1.05 g
Diameter
13.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#17812
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Open cam door with 2 turrets, star above

Script: Latin

Lettering: SPES ROMANORVM

Unabridged legend: Spes Romanorum

Translation: Hope of Romans

Edge

Plain

Comment

Arles mint became CON as the city name changed as Constantia, in honour to the birth of Constans II inside the city.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a Roman ship on its reverse side, which symbolizes the Roman Empire's powerful navy and its ability to transport goods and people across the Mediterranean Sea.