© LOUIS Romain
© LOUIS Romain
40 Nummi - Heraclius Cyzicus ND
| Copper | 11.30 g | 30.50 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Heraclius (610-641) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 612-613 |
| Value | 1 Follis = 40 Nummi (1⁄288) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 11.30 g |
| Diameter | 30.50 mm |
| Thickness | 2.50 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#311010 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Value flanked by date with officina mark between letter legs, a cross above, mintmark below.
Lettering:
M
ANNO
II
I
KYZ
Interesting fact
The Byzantine Empire, which issued this coin, was known for its complex system of currency and taxation. The empire had a wide range of coins, including the nummi, which was the lowest denomination coin and was made of copper. The 40 nummi coin featuring Heraclius (Cyzicus) was issued during the reign of Emperor Heraclius (612-613 AD), who is remembered for his military campaigns against the Persians and his efforts to reform the Byzantine Empire's currency and administration.
