Nummus - Valens (SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE, E; Aquileia) (364-367) front Nummus - Valens (SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE, E; Aquileia) (364-367) back
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Nummus - Valens SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE, E; Aquileia

 
Bronze 2.9 g 17.66 mm
Description
Issuer
Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD)
Emperor
Valentinian I (364-375)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
364-367
Value
Nummus (1⁄7200)
Currency
Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.9 g
Diameter
17.66 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#386637
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Victory advancing left, holding wreath and palm.
E in left field.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.

Lettering: SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE

Translation: Security of the Republic

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Roman goddess Securitas, which is depicted on the reverse side of the coin, symbolizing the security and stability of the Roman Empire during the reign of Emperor Valens.