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10 Nummi - Mauricius Tiberius Antioch
586 year| Copper | 2.25 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maurice (582-602) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 586 |
| Value | Decanummium = 10 Nummi (1⁄1152) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.25 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#411418 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Large X in the center, cross above, regnal year to right (U).
Mintmark Ρ below
Lettering: ANNO / U
Unabridged legend:
X=10 (value)
U=5 (regnal year)
P (or e)= Antioch
Translation: Year 5.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 10 Nummi - Mauricius Tiberius (Antioch) 586 coin from the Byzantine Empire is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Mauricius Tiberius, who ruled the empire from 582 to 602 AD. Despite being a Byzantine coin, it was minted in Antioch, which is now located in modern-day Turkey. This highlights the vast reach and influence of the Byzantine Empire during its time.
