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40 Nummi - Constans II Constantinopolis ND
| Bronze | 2.68 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constans II the Bearded (641-668) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 651-652 |
| Value | 1 Follis = 40 Nummi (1⁄288) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.68 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#188714 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 79% |
Reverse
Large M, ANA to left, cross above, NEOς to right, Regnal year in exergue
Officina letter inside M
Script: Greek
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Constans II, who was the Byzantine Emperor at the time, on the obverse side, while the reverse side bears the image of the Virgin Mary and the Christ child. This coin was issued during a time of great turmoil in the Byzantine Empire, with the Slavs and the Arabs threatening its borders, and the Empire struggling to maintain its power and influence. Despite these challenges, the coin remains a testament to the enduring legacy of the Byzantine Empire and its rich cultural heritage.
