20 Nummi - Anastasius I Dicorus Nicomedia; Type ♰♰♰, Small Module ND
| Copper | 6.5 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Anastasius I Dicorus (491-518) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 507-512 |
| Value | ½ Follis = 20 Nummi (1⁄360) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#297773 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large K, cross to left between N and I, small crosses above, bellow and to right.
Lettering:
♰
N♰I K ♰
♰
Translation:
NI : "Nicomedia".
K : "20" nummi (= ½ follis).
Comment
Post-reform copper coinage.Small Module (18-22 mm).
Obverse Legend can vary.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Anastasius I Dicorus, who was the Byzantine Emperor from 507 to 512 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 follis. 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.
