© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
2½ Nummi - Gelimer Carthage
| Bronze | 0.69 g | - |
| Issuer | Vandal Kingdom |
|---|---|
| King | Gelimer (530-534) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 530-534 |
| Value | 2½ Nummi = ¼ Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius (440-534) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 0.69 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#145838 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ears of wheat surrounded by a circle of dots.
Interesting fact
The Vandal Kingdom, which issued this coin, was a Germanic tribe that conquered and ruled over parts of North Africa and the Mediterranean coast of Europe during the 5th and 6th centuries. Despite their reputation for brutality and destruction, the Vandals were also known for their artistic and cultural achievements, including the production of intricate metalwork and coinage. The 2½ Nummi coin , which features the image of King Gelimer, is a rare example of Vandal coinage that has survived to the present day.
