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Nummus - Maxentius CONSERV VRB SVAE; Aquileia
| Bronze | 6.4 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maxentius (306-312) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 307-310 |
| Value | Nummus / Follis (¼) |
| Currency | Argenteus, Reform of Diocletian (AD 293/301 – 310/324) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.4 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#374822 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Roma, draped, seated front on shield, head left, in hexastyle temple, holding globe in right hand and sceptre in left hand; by side, shield; as acroteria, statues or knobs; in pediment, star, crescent, or cross
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONSERV VRB SVAE
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nummus - Maxentius coin is that it features the image of a Roman Emperor, Maxentius, who ruled from 306 to 312 AD, on one side, and the goddess Roma on the other. This coin was minted during a time of great political and military upheaval in the Roman Empire, and its design reflects the cultural and religious beliefs of the time. Despite being made of bronze, a relatively common metal, the coin's historical significance and rarity make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists and historians.
