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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
40 Nummi - Justinian I Antioch; 9HЧΠº; Bust Facing ND
| Copper | 19.3 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justinian I (527-565) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 546-551 |
| Value | 1 Follis = 40 Nummi (1⁄180) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 19.3 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#298837 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Large M, cross (or rarely ⳨) above, A/N/N/O to left, numerals representing the regnal year (sometimes with star or crescent beneath) to right, officina letter beneath, 9HЧΠº (or rarely 9HЧΠ) in exergue.
Lettering:
☩
M
ANNO XXI
Γ
9HЧΠº
Translation:
M : "40" nummi (= 1 follis).
ANNO XXI : "year 21".
Γ : "3rd" officina.
9H(-ε-)ЧΠº(-lis) : "Theopolis" (Antioch).
Comment
Obverse legend can vary.