Licinius I - Nummus, VIRTVS EXERCIT, Trier

Struck at Trier in AD 320, this billon nummus belongs to the uneasy period when Licinius and Constantine still formally shared power. Although Trier was in Constantine’s western sphere, the coin names Licinius as Augustus, reflecting the official recognition that still existed before their final break.

The reverse legend, VIRTUS EXERCIT, means “the valor of the army.” A military standard inscribed VOT XX stands between two seated captives, turning the coin into a compact statement of imperial strength, victory, and loyalty to the army.

This issue is rare, and the variety with a star in the reverse field is especially notable. Standard RIC VII Trier 267 records the VIRTUS EXERCIT type with VOT XX standard, captives, and STR mintmark, but the star-in-field form is treated by auction references as a rare variant rather than the ordinary catalog type.

Trier VII 267

Weight: 2.35gr

Diameter: 20mm

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