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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
10 Nummi - Anastasius I Dicorus Nicomedia, Small Module Emission ND
| Copper | 2.27 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Anastasius I Dicorus (491-518) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 498-512 |
| Value | Decanummium = 10 Nummi (1⁄720) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.27 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#297600 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend around large I, N and I around I.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CONCORDI
I
N I
Unabridged legend:
CONCORDIA
I
NICOMEDIA
Translation:
Conrod
10
Nicomedia
Comment
First reform small module coinage. The emission began with the reform of the monetary system in 498 and ended with the beginning of the second reform in 512.
The decanummia of the first reform were struck to a theoretical weight standard of 2.27g or 1/144th of a Roman pound.
Legend for the obverse varieties exist, but are all based on the base form of “D N ANASTASIVS PP AVG”
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Anastasius I Dicorus, who was the Byzantine Emperor from 491 to 518 AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to reform the Byzantine Empire's government and economy. The coin's design reflects the importance of the emperor's image and the symbolism of his power.
