20 Nummi - Justinian I Nicomedia ND
| Copper | 8.49 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justinian I (527-565) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 527-538 |
| Value | ½ Follis = 20 Nummi (1⁄360) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 8.49 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#133231 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Large K, long cross dividing N and I to left, officina letter to right.
Lettering: N♰I K B
Translation:
NI : "Nicomedia".
K : "20" nummi (= ½ follis).
B : "2nd" officina.
Comment
Obverse legend can vary.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 20 Nummi coin from the Byzantine Empire is that it features an image of Justinian I, who was the emperor at the time of its minting, on one side, and a depiction of the Byzantine eagle on the other. This coin was used widely throughout the empire and was an important part of trade and commerce during that time period.
