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© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
10 Nummi - Justinian I Thessalonica; Type • ☩ • ND
| Copper | 3.8 g | 18 mm |
| 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 | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#298201 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large I surmounted by cross between two pellets, A to left, P to right.
Lettering:
• ☩ •
A I P
Translation: I : "10" nummi (= decanummium)
Comment
Obverse legend can vary.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Nummi coin of Justinian I is that it features an image of the emperor wearing a distinctive crown, known as a "barbarossa," which was a symbol of his imperial power and authority.
