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Nummus - Valens SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE; Roma
| Bronze | 2.25 g | 17.73 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valens (364-378) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 367-375 |
| Value | Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.25 g |
| Diameter | 17.73 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#322745 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Winged Victory advancing left, holding wreath in right hand and palm branch in left hand.
Mintmark and officina with heart in centre of lettering in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: SECVRITAS-REIPVBLICAE
Translation: The security of the State.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nummus - Valens coin is that it features the goddess Securitas, the personification of security and stability, on its reverse side. This highlights the importance of security and stability in the Roman Empire during the reign of Emperor Valens (364-378 AD).
