40 Nummi - Heraclius (Interregnum; Cyprus) ND (609-610) front 40 Nummi - Heraclius (Interregnum; Cyprus) ND (609-610) back
40 Nummi - Heraclius (Interregnum; Cyprus) ND (609-610) photo
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40 Nummi - Heraclius Interregnum; Cyprus ND

 
Bronze 9.26 g 29.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states)
Emperor
Heraclius (610-641)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
609-610
Value
1 Follis = 40 Nummi (1⁄288)
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma (498-720)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
9.26 g
Diameter
29.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#126812
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Large M in the middle, small cross above and officina mark below; date split on either side.
Mint name in exergue.

Lettering:
ANNO III
  A
ΚΥΠΡΟΥ

Translation:
"3rd regnal year".
"Cyrpus".

Comment

Coin attributed to the period of the revolt of Heraclii (Interregnum period) that appears to be known for third regnal year only (that is, 610).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin 40 Nummi - Heraclius (Interregnum; Cyprus) ND (609-610) from Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) made of Bronze weighing 9.26 g is that it features an image of Emperor Heraclius, who was known for his military campaigns against the Sassanid Empire and his efforts to restore the Byzantine Empire's power and influence.