© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
20 Nummi - Anastasius I Dicorus Nicomedia, First Small Module Emission ND
| Copper | 4.54 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Anastasius I Dicorus (491-518) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 498-507 |
| Value | ½ Follis = 20 Nummi (1⁄360) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.54 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#297771 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Large K, N and I around large cross.
Scripts: Greek, Latin
Lettering: N I K
Unabridged legend: NICOMEDIA K
Translation: Nicomedia, 20
Comment
First reform small module coinage. From the first primary emission (498-507).
The first primary emission began with the reform of the monetary system in 498 and ended with the beginning of the new indictional cycle on the 1st of September 507.
The half folles of the first reform were struck to a theoretical weight standard of 4.54g or 1/72nd of a Roman pound.
Legend for the obverse varieties exist, but are all based on the base form of “D N ANASTASIVS PP AVG”
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Anastasius I Dicorus, who was the Byzantine Emperor from 491 to 518 AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to reform the Byzantine Empire's currency, which led to the introduction of the nummi, a new coin that replaced the older folles. The nummi was made of copper and had a distinctive design, featuring the emperor's image on one side and a cross on the other. This coin is a rare example of the nummi that was issued during Anastasius' reign and is highly sought after by collectors.
