40 Nummi - Constans II ND (645-648) front 40 Nummi - Constans II ND (645-648) back
40 Nummi - Constans II ND (645-648) photo
© Fred Cherrygarden

40 Nummi - Constans II ND

 
Bronze 2.8 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states)
Emperor
Constans II the Bearded (641-668)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
645-648
Value
Follis (1⁄288)
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma (498-720)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.8 g
Diameter
23 mm
Thickness
1 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#248206
Rarity index
80%

Reverse

Large m, ANA on left, cross or K above, NEOς to right and regnal year/officina below.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
 + or K
A   N
N  m E
A    O
     ς
  ςIA

Edge

Plain

Comment

Regnal years of 5, 6 and 7 are possible for this type.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 40 Nummi coin from the Byzantine Empire is that it features an image of Constans II, who was the emperor at the time of its minting, on one side, and a cross on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment for everyday transactions and was widely used throughout the empire. Despite its small size and relatively low value, it is now considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (645-646) ЧA - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 40 Nummi - Constans II ND (645-648) coin.