Introduction section 2021 Numismatic Collection: a gold coin dedicated to Emperor Constantine

2021 Numismatic Collection: a gold coin dedicated to Emperor Constantine

Today, the Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance has issued the gold coin of the 2021 Numismatic Collection dedicated to the Roman Emperor Constantine, which is inspired by the style and shapes of classical art. It is a tribute to Emperor Constantine and the historical events that marked his reign in the fourth century AD.

 

The coin, which is made of Proof-finished gold, was created by artist Uliana Pernazza and minted by the Italian State Mint. It is part of the "Roman Emperors Series" and has a denomination of 10 euro.

 

The obverse of the coin features the famous head of Constantine, looking up; around, the legend "REPUBBLICA ITALIANA" and the phrase that allegedly appeared to the Emperor in a dream, namely "IN HOC SIGNO VINCES" (In this sign thou shalt conquer); in exergue, the name of the author, namely "U. PERNAZZA".

 

The reverse features a detail of the Arch of Constantine, which was dedicated to the Roman Emperor in celebration of his victory over Maxentius at the Battle of the Milvian Bridge, in the centre. The detail depicts the Winged Victory. The top features the value "10 EVRO" and the letter "R", identifying the Mint of Rome; on the right, there is the year of issue, namely "2021", and an arch-shaped inscription reading "CONSTANTINVS".

 

The coin can be seen in the Catalogue of the 2021 Numismatic Collection published on the website of the State Mint and Polygraphic Institute, where the other issues planned for the year are listed:

  • 150th Anniversary of the birth of Grazia Deledda
  • Great Italian Artists Series - Ennio Morricone - 2 versions: bimetallic and silver (€5)
  • Healthcare professions - €2
  • Italy’s Food and Wine Culture Series - Emilia-Romagna, Lambrusco and Tortellini - €5
  • Italy’s Food and Wine Culture Series - Sicily, Passito and Sicilian cannolo - €5
  • 700th Anniversary of the death of Dante Alighieri - Inferno - 2 versions: gold and silver (€20 and 5)
  • 450th Anniversary of the birth of Caravaggio - 2 versions: gold and silver (€20 and 5)
  • 150th Anniversary of the invention of the telephone - Antonio Meucci - €5
  • Sustainable World Series - Endangered Animals - Polar Bear - €5
  • Iconic Coin Series - Lira - 2 versions (€20 and 50)
  • 100th Anniversary of the Italian Basketball Federation - €10

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