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Solidus - Crispus CONCORDIA AVGG NN; Nicomedia
324 year| Gold | 4.52 g | 19.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine I (Flavius Valerius Constantinus) (306-337) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 324 |
| Value | Solidus (1) |
| Currency | Solidus, Reform of Constantine (AD 310/324 – 395) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.52 g |
| Diameter | 19.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#388919 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Concordia, draped, seated left on throne, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left arm.
Mintmark in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering: CONCOR-D-I-A AVGG NN
Unabridged legend: CONCORDIA AVGVSTORVM NOSTRORVM
Translation: to the harmony of our two emperors
Interesting fact
The Solidus - Crispus coin was minted during the reign of Emperor Constantine the Great, who is known for establishing Christianity as the dominant religion of the Roman Empire. The coin features an image of Constantine's son, Crispus, who was a prominent military leader and was known for his military campaigns against the Germanic tribes. The coin's design also includes an image of the goddess Concordia, who represents harmony and unity, which was an important theme during Constantine's reign.
