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12 Nummi
Bronze | 5.33 g | 18 mm |
Issuer | Vandal City of Carthage (Vandal Kingdom) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 480-523 |
Value | 12 Nummi |
Currency | Nummus (480-533) |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 5.33 g |
Diameter | 18 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#145665 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Value surrounded by a wreath.
Script: Latin
Lettering: N XII
Translation: 12 Nummi.
Interesting fact
The Vandal Kingdom, which issued this coin, was a Germanic kingdom that existed in North Africa from the 5th to the 6th century AD. The Vandals were known for their expertise in shipbuilding and navigation, and they established a powerful navy that allowed them to control the Mediterranean Sea for many years. This coin, which was issued during the reign of King Hilderic (523-530 AD), features a unique blend of Roman and Germanic influences in its design, reflecting the cultural exchange that took place during the Vandal Kingdom's period of rule.