© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
© Münzsammlung des Seminars für Alte Geschichte, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 DE)
Nummus - Valentinianus I SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE, R; Siscia
| Bronze | 1.86 g | 18.14 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 | 1.86 g |
| Diameter | 18.14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#407528 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Victory advancing left, holding wreath and palm.
Letter in left field.
Mintmark and officina in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
SECVRITAS-REIPVBLICAE
R
Unabridged legend: Securitas Reipublicae.
Translation: The security of the state.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nummus - Valentinianus I coin is that it features the image of a Roman Emperor, Valentinianus I, who ruled the Eastern Roman Empire from 364 to 375 AD. Despite being a relatively small coin, it showcases the intricate details of the Emperor's crown and robes, demonstrating the advanced craftsmanship of Roman coinage during that time.
