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© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
10 Nummi - Justinian I Thessalonica; Type ☩ ND
| Copper | 3.7 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 | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#298654 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large I surmounted by cross, A to left, P to right.
Lettering:
☩
A I P
Translation: 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 upheaval in the Byzantine Empire, as Justinian I oversaw significant military campaigns and religious reforms. Despite the challenges of the era, the coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of the Byzantine Empire and its influence on the history of currency.
