2½ Nummi (Carthage) (477-484) front 2½ Nummi (Carthage) (477-484) back
2½ Nummi (Carthage) (477-484) photo
© Bertolami Fine Arts

2½ Nummi Carthage

 
Bronze 0.68 g -
Description
Issuer
Vandal Kingdom
King
Huneric (477-484)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
477-484
Value
2½ Nummi = ¼ Denarius
Currency
Denarius (440-534)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
0.68 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#145930
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cross above three dots and surrounded by illegible legend.

Script: Latin

Lettering: OIIIVOOO · IDO

Interesting fact

The Vandal Kingdom, which issued this coin, was a Germanic kingdom that existed in North Africa from 429 to 534 AD. The Vandals were known for their expertise in naval warfare and their raids on the Mediterranean coastal cities. Despite their reputation for brutality, they also played a significant role in the spread of Christianity in North Africa.