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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
2½ Nummi - Athalaric / In the name of Justinian I, 527-565 Rome
| Bronze | 1.16 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Ostrogothic Kingdom |
|---|---|
| King | Athalaric (526-534) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 527-534 |
| Value | 2½ Nummi = 1⁄1536 Tremissis |
| Currency | Tremissis (490-553) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.16 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#152311 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Monogram of Athalaric surrounded by wreath.
Script: Latin
Edge
Plain
Comment
Some sources list this as a 1 Nummus piece. Even so, the weight suggests it is a 2-1/2 Nummi. Some sources also say this coin was minted at Ravenna.The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.
No date:
1) IVST - INIANI(I?)
2) IVSTI - NIANI
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of Athalaric, who was the king of the Ostrogothic Kingdom in Italy from 526 to 534 AD. Despite being a Gothic king, Athalaric's coinage was heavily influenced by Roman culture and design, as seen in the use of the Latin name "Justinianus" and the traditional Roman weight system of nummi. This blending of cultures is a reflection of the complex political and cultural landscape of Europe during the early Middle Ages.