Æ In the name of Crispus

Issuer Uncertain Germanic tribes
Year 325-400
Type Standard circulation coin
Value
Currency Solidus (circa 301-750)
Composition Bronze
Weight 2.09 g
Diameter 16 mm
Thickness
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Göbl Antike#
Obverse description Pearl-diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust facing left while holding shield and spear and surrounded by nonsensical legend.
Obverse script Latin
Obverse lettering IVN CRISPVS NOB CNES
(Translation: Junior Crispus Nobilissimus Caesar Crispus Junior, Nobel Caesar)
Reverse description Two captive sitting on either side of a sign, all surrounded by legend.
Reverse script Latin
Reverse lettering VIRTEX - IENCII VOT X S - C BSIS
(Translation: Virtus Exercitus / Saeculi Felicitas The bravery of the army / Time of happiness)
Edge Smooth.
Mint
Mintage ND (325-400) BSIS - Imitating Siscia mint -
Numisquare ID 3597506480
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