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Constantine I Follis (Nummus)
Nummus (commonly referred to as a bronze follis)

Constantine I Follis (Nummus)

Roman Empire · circa 315–337 AD

Obverse features the diademed or laureate head of Emperor Constantine I (Constantine the Great) facing right with the Latin inscription 'CONSTANTINVS AVG'.

Country
Roman Empire
Year
circa 315–337 AD
Denomination
Nummus (commonly referred to as a bronze follis)
Metal
Bronze (often with a small percentage of silver wash originally)

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Overview

Obverse features the diademed or laureate head of Emperor Constantine I (Constantine the Great) facing right with the Latin inscription 'CONSTANTINVS AVG'.

Historical significance

Issued during the reign of Constantine the Great, the first Roman emperor to convert to Christianity and the founder of Constantinople. These coins were used to spread imperial propaganda and stabilize the economy of the later Roman Empire.

Estimated value

$10 - $50 USD (Value depends heavily on the condition and the specific mint mark on the reverse side)

Care & preservation

Do not clean with harsh chemicals or abrasive materials as this destroys the patina and historical value. Store in a PVC-free archival flip or acid-free container in a dry environment.