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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
20 Nummi - Justin II and Aelia Sophia Cyzicus ND
| Copper | 5.85 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justin II (565-578) |
| Empress | Sophia (565-578) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 566-578 |
| Value | ½ Follis = 20 Nummi (1⁄360) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.85 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#205575 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Large K, ANNO to left, cross above, regnal year to right, mintmark KYZ or KVZ (sometimes bellow an exergual line).
Lettering:
☩
K
ANNO ʕIII
KYZ
Translation:
K = 20 (Nummi)
ANNO ʕIII = Year 9
KYZ = Cyzicus
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Aelia Sophia, who was the wife of Justin II and a powerful empress in her own right. She played a significant role in the political and military affairs of the Byzantine Empire during her husband's reign, and her image on this coin reflects her importance and influence.
