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Æ Nummus - Leo I Aelia Verina
| Bronze | 1.16 g | 10.9 mm |
| Issuer | Eastern Roman Empire (Rome) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Leo I (457-474) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 457-474 |
| Value | 1 Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | Solidus (330-476) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.16 g |
| Diameter | 10.9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#288346 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Aelia Verina standing facing, holding globe and sceptre.
Script: Latin
Lettering: bE
Interesting fact
The Nummus coinage was introduced by Emperor Leo I in 457 AD as a replacement for the older coinage system, and it remained in use until the fall of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD. The Nummus was made of bronze and had a distinctive design, featuring the emperor's portrait on one side and a Christian cross on the other. The coin , which features Leo I (Aelia Verina) and is made of bronze, is a rare example of this coinage system and is highly sought after by collectors.
