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10 Nummi - Justinian I Constantinopolis; no Regnal Year ND
| Copper | 4 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justinian I (527-565) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 527-538 |
| Value | Decanummium = 10 Nummi (1⁄720) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#297871 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Large I surmounted by cross, stars on either side, CON in exergue.
Lettering:
☩
✶I✶
CON
Translation:
I : "10" nummi (= 1 decanummium).
CON(stantinopolis) : Constantinopolis.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Justinian I, who was the Byzantine Emperor at the time of its minting, and is known for his significant contributions to the Byzantine Empire, including the construction of the Hagia Sophia, which was completed during his reign.
