© ALAMIR
© ALAMIR
40 Nummi - Justin II and Aelia Sophia Cyzicus ND
| Copper | 12.1 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justin II (565-578) |
| Empress | Sophia (565-578) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 567-578 |
| Value | 1 Follis = 40 Nummi (1⁄288) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 12.1 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#140382 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 78% |
Reverse
Large M, ANNO to left, cross above, officina letter A or B below, regnal year to right, mintmark KYZ (or KVZ)
Lettering:
+
M
ANNO ʕII
A
KYZ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the portrait of Justin II and his wife, Aelia Sophia, on opposite sides, which was a unique design choice for coins during that time period.
