20 Nummi - Anastasius I Dicorus (Antioch; Type AN/TX) ND (512-518) front 20 Nummi - Anastasius I Dicorus (Antioch; Type AN/TX) ND (512-518) back
20 Nummi - Anastasius I Dicorus (Antioch; Type AN/TX) ND (512-518) photo
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20 Nummi - Anastasius I Dicorus Antioch; Type AN/TX ND

 
Copper 7.3 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states)
Emperor
Anastasius I Dicorus (491-518)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
512-518
Value
½ Follis = 20 Nummi (1⁄360)
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma (498-720)
Composition
Copper
Weight
7.3 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#297766
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Large K, cross to left dividing AN above and TX bellow, officina letter to right.

Lettering: AN♰TX K Γ

Translation:
ANTX : "Antioch".
K : "20" nummi (= ½ follis).
Γ : "3rd" officina.

Comment

Post-reform copper coinage.
Large Module (24-28 mm).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Anastasius I Dicorus, who was the Byzantine Emperor from 512 to 518 AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to reform the Byzantine Empire's government and economy. The coin's design reflects the importance of the emperor's image and the symbolism of his power.