Æ In the name of Crispus

€165,721.00
IssuerUncertain Germanic tribes
Year325-400
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value
CurrencySolidus (circa 301-750)
CompositionBronze
Weight2.09 g
Dimensions16 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Göbl Antike#
Obverse descriptionPearl-diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust facing left while holding shield and spear and surrounded by nonsensical legend.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringIVN CRISPVS NOB CNES
(Translation: Junior Crispus Nobilissimus Caesar Crispus Junior, Nobel Caesar)
Reverse descriptionTwo captive sitting on either side of a sign, all surrounded by legend.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringVIRTEX - IENCII VOT X S - C BSIS
(Translation: Virtus Exercitus / Saeculi Felicitas The bravery of the army / Time of happiness)
EdgeSmooth.
Mint
MintageND (325-400) BSIS - Imitating Siscia mint -
Catalog ID3597506480
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