10 Nummi - Justinian I (Ravenna; ✶, Bust Facing) ND (527-565) front 10 Nummi - Justinian I (Ravenna; ✶, Bust Facing) ND (527-565) back
10 Nummi - Justinian I (Ravenna; ✶, Bust Facing) ND (527-565) photo
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10 Nummi - Justinian I Ravenna; ✶, Bust Facing ND

 
Copper 3.5 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states)
Emperor
Justinian I (527-565)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
527-565
Value
Decanummium = 10 Nummi (1⁄720)
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma (498-720)
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.5 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#301284
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Large ✶ within wreath.

Lettering:

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 codification of Roman law and the construction of the Hagia Sophia.