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© Roma Numismatics Limited
20 Nummi - Justinian I Carthage; SO, Bust Facing ND
| Copper | 9.7 g | 28 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 | 9.7 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#300178 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Large K between A/N/N/O and numerals representing the regnal year, cross above, SO beneath, KAR in exergue.
Scripts: Greek, Latin
Lettering:
☩
K
ANNO XIII
SO
KAR
Translation:
K : "20" nummi (= ½ follis).
ANNO XIII : "year 13".
KAR : "Carthage".
Comment
Obverse legend sometimes ends 'P P AG'.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 codification of Roman law and the construction of the Hagia Sophia.
