© ALAMIR
© ALAMIR
20 Nummi - Heraclius Constantinopolis ND
| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Heraclius (610-641) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 610-641 |
| Value | ½ Follis = 20 Nummi (1⁄576) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#141286 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Large K, ANNO to left, cross above, regnal year to right, officina letter below
Interesting fact
The Byzantine Empire, which issued this coin, was known for its complex system of currency and taxation. The Nummi, which was the coin , was a bronze coin that was introduced during the reign of Emperor Heraclius in the early 7th century. It was used as a standard circulation coin and was valued at 1/40 of a gold solidus, which was the empire's standard gold coin. The Nummi was used throughout the Byzantine Empire and was an important part of the empire's economy for centuries.
