© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
20 Nummi - Justinian I Antioch; ΘV; Bust Facing ND
| Copper | 11 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justinian I (527-565) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 539-540 |
| Value | ½ Follis = 20 Nummi (1⁄360) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#299037 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Large K, cross above, A/N/N/O to left, numerals representing the regnal year to right, ΘV (under little bar) beneath.
Lettering:
☩
K
ANNO XIII
ΘV
Translation:
K : "20" nummi (= half follis).
ANNO XIII : "year 13".
Θ(-ε-)V(-πολις) : "Theopolis" (Antioch).
Comment
Antioch was almost destroyed by a great earthquake on 29 November 528, after which it was renamed Theopolis.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Justinian I, who was the Byzantine Emperor at the time of its minting, and is known for his significant contributions to the Byzantine Empire, including the construction of the Hagia Sophia, which is still standing today.
