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20 Nummi - Justinian I Constantine in Numidia ND
| Copper | 10 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justinian I (527-565) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 540-543 |
| Value | ½ Follis = 20 Nummi (1⁄360) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#301250 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large K between A/N/N/O and numerals representing the regnal year, usually cross above, CON in exergue.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
☩
K
ANNO XIIII
CON
Translation:
K : "20" nummi (= ½ follis).
ANNO XIIII : "year 14".
CON : "Constantine" (Numidia).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Justinian I, also known as Constantine in Numidia, who was the Byzantine Emperor from 527 to 565 AD. He played a significant role in the Byzantine Empire's expansion and military conquests during his reign.
