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½ Siliqua - Justinian I Ravenna; ☧ ND
| Silver | 1 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justinian I (527-565) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 527-565 |
| Value | ½ Siliqua = ¼ Miliarense = 1⁄48 Solidus Nomisma |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#300833 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large ☧ (Chi-Rho) within wreath.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Siliqua coin is that it features an image of Justinian I, who was the Byzantine Emperor at the time of its minting, on one side, and a depiction of the Byzantine Empire's symbol, the Chi-Rho, on the other. The Chi-Rho is a combination of the first two letters of the Greek word for Christ, "Chi" (☧) and "Rho" (ℛ), and it represents the Empire's Christian faith. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the history and culture of the Byzantine Empire during the reign of Justinian I.
