© Artemide Aste
© Artemide Aste
10 Nummi - Justinian I Perugia; Bust Left ND
| Copper | 4.4 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justinian I (527-565) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 552-553 |
| Value | Decanummium = 10 Nummi (1⁄720) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.4 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#301274 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large I, surmounted by cross, between A/N/N/O and numerals representing the regnal year, P beneath.
Scripts: Greek, Latin
Lettering:
☩
I
ANNO XXVI
P
Translation:
I : "10" nummi (= 1 decanummium).
ANNO XXVI : "year 26".
P : "Perugia".
Comment
Obverse legend usually more abbreviated.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, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears the image of the Byzantine eagle. This coin was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in the Byzantine Empire, as Justinian I was implementing a number of reforms and military campaigns that would have a lasting impact on the empire's history. Despite being made of copper, which was a relatively common metal at the time, this coin is still considered a valuable collector's item today due to its historical significance and rarity.
