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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
10 Nummi - Justinian I Rome; ✶I✶, Bust Facing ND
| Copper | 6 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justinian I (527-565) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 539-565 |
| Value | Decanummium = 10 Nummi (1⁄720) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#302552 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Large I between two stars, all within wreath.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ✶I✶
Translation: I : "10" nummi (= 1 decanummium).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Nummi coin featuring Justinian I is that it was issued during a time of significant economic and political change in the Byzantine Empire. Justinian I, who ruled from 539 to 565 AD, implemented a number of reforms aimed at stabilizing the empire's economy and strengthening its military. These reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system, helped to lay the foundation for the Byzantine Empire's continued prosperity and influence in the centuries that followed.
