© CGB
© CGB
20 Nummi - Justin I Constantinopolis ND
| Bronze | 7.3 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justin I (518-527) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 522-527 |
| Value | ½ Follis = 20 Nummi (1⁄576) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.3 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#194712 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Large K with Greek cross in the left field, between two stars. On the right, the dispensary letter.
Comment
Rated R1 Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Justin I, who was the first Byzantine Emperor to introduce the nummus, a new denomination of coinage, to replace the older and devalued coinage system. This coin, minted during his reign (522-527 AD), was part of that new system and was used widely throughout the Byzantine Empire.
