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40 Nummi - Heraclius Thessalonica ND
| Bronze | 5.45 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Heraclius (610-641) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 628-629 |
| Value | 1 Follis = 40 Nummi (1⁄288) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.45 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#164920 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Large M, ANNO to left, cross above, year to right, officina letter under the M, mintmark in exergue.
Lettering:
ANNO X ςI III
B
ΘΕC
Interesting fact
The Byzantine Empire, which issued this coin, was known for its complex system of currency and taxation. The empire used a variety of coins, including the nummi, which was a small bronze coin like the one , to facilitate trade and commerce. The nummi was equal to 1/40 of a solidus, which was the standard gold coin of the empire. This system allowed for efficient transactions and helped to promote economic growth and stability throughout the empire.
