© stefandobyy
© stefandobyy
20 Nummi - Justin II and Aelia Sophia Thessalonica; θκϲ type ND
| Copper | 6 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justin II (565-578) |
| Empress | Sophia (565-578) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 569-571 |
| Value | ½ Follis = 20 Nummi (1⁄576) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#92222 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Large face value between the minting year from left to right, the Nomen Sacrum θκϲ (Théotokos) above and the mintmark below.
Lettering:
θκϲ
K
ANNO E
TES
Translation:
20 Nummi
Year 5
Mother of God
Thessalonica
Edge
Rough
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.
