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© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
10 Nummi - Justinian I Thessalonica; Type ✶ ND
| Copper | 4.5 g | 19 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 | 4.5 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#298202 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
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A I P
Lettering: I : "10" nummi (= decanummium)
Comment
Variant of BCV 187.Obverse legend can vary.
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. He is depicted with a long beard and a crown, symbolizing his power and authority. This coin was circulated during a time of great change and turmoil in the Byzantine Empire, marked by religious controversies, military conflicts, and political upheaval. Despite these challenges, the empire continued to thrive and issue coins like this one, which have become valuable artifacts for collectors and historians today.
