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10 Nummi - Justin II and Aelia Sophia Carthage ND
| Bronze | 3.5 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justin II (565-578) |
| Empress | Sophia (565-578) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 570-575 |
| Value | Decanummium = 10 Nummi (1⁄720) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#330626 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Value between N and M, sometimes with pellets above letters.
Script: Greek
Lettering: N I M
Translation: 10 nummi
Comment
This type is often found overstruck on other Carthaginian bronzes of Justin.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the portrait of Justin II and his wife, Aelia Sophia, on opposite sides, which was a unique design choice for coins during that time period.
