20 Nummi - Justin II and Aelia Sophia Thessalonica; +M type ND
| Copper | 6.84 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justin II (565-578) |
| Empress | Sophia (565-578) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 568-578 |
| Value | ½ Follis = 20 Nummi (1⁄576) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.84 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#19677 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 74% |
Reverse
Large face value between the minting year from left to right, the Nomina Sacra +M above and the mintmark below
Lettering:
+M
K
ANNO X
TES
Translation:
Year 10
Thessalonica
Edge
Plain
Comment
The +M Nomina Sacra signification is unknown.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the portrait of Emperor Justin II and his wife, Aelia Sophia, on opposite sides, which was a unique design choice for coins during that time period.
