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20 Nummi - Tiberius II Constantine Antioch ND
| Copper | 7.05 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius II Constantine (578-582) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 578-582 |
| Value | ½ Follis = 20 Nummi (1⁄576) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.05 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#149224 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Large X dot X, ANNO to left, cross above, regnal year to right, mintmark retrograde e
Lettering:
+
X·X
ANNO Ч
e
Translation: Year 5
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Tiberius II Constantine, who was a Byzantine emperor known for his military campaigns and administrative reforms. Despite his achievements, his reign was marked by political instability and religious tensions. This coin, minted during his reign, serves as a tangible reminder of his legacy and the complex history of the Byzantine Empire.
