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Nummus - Valentinianus I SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE; Alexandria
| Bronze | 2.19 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Valentinian I (364-375) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 364-367 |
| Value | Follis (1⁄180) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.19 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#65319 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Victory walking left, holding wreath and palm.
Scripts: Latin, Greek
Lettering:
SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE
ALEΔ
Translation:
Securitas Reipublicae :
"The Safety of the State".
Edge
Plain
Comment
(keywords) DNVALENTINI - ANVSPFAVG on obverse.
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. Securitas was the goddess of security, stability, and safety, and her image was often used on Roman coins during the 4th century AD, particularly during the reign of Emperor Valentinianus I, who ruled from 364 to 375 AD. The presence of Securitas on this coin suggests that the Roman Empire was emphasizing the importance of security and stability during this time period.
