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Nummus - Valens SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE, A/cR - Q; Siscia
| Bronze | 2.11 g | 17.15 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valentinian I (364-375) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 367-375 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.11 g |
| Diameter | 17.15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#405386 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Victory advancing left, holding wreath and palm
Letters across fields.
Mint and officina mark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SECVRITAS-REIPVBLICAE
A / cR - Q
Unabridged legend: Securitas Reipublica.
Translation: Security of the Republic.
Comment
The R is described as 'C on R' since the R has been ligated with a C above it.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the goddess Securitas, which is depicted on the reverse side of the coin, holding a scepter and a pileus, a symbol of liberty. This suggests that the Roman Empire placed great importance on the idea of security and liberty during the reign of Emperor Valens, who ruled from 364 to 378 AD.
