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© Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG
16 Nummi - Justinian I Thessalonica; Type • H • ND
| Copper | 5 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justinian I (527-565) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 527-565 |
| Value | 16 Nummi (1⁄450) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#297369 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large I and smaller S, A to left, P to right, H between two pellets above, TЄS in exergue.
Lettering:
• H •
A IS P
TЄS
Translation:
IS : "16" nummi.
TЄS(salonika) : Thessalonica.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 16 Nummi 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 widely used during his reign, which lasted from 527 to 565 AD, and it remained in circulation for many years after his death. Despite being made of copper, which is a relatively common metal, the coin's historical significance and rarity make it a valuable collector's item today.
