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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
40 Nummi - Justinian I Antioch; τHЧΠ∕; Bust Facing ND
| Copper | 19.8 g | 37 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justinian I (527-565) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 550-556 |
| Value | 1 Follis = 40 Nummi (1⁄180) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 19.8 g |
| Diameter | 37 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#298840 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Large M, cross (rarely with four pellets in the angles) above, A/N/N/O to left, numerals representing the regnal year to right, officina letter beneath, τHЧΠ∕ in exergue.
Lettering:
☩
M
ANNO XXↅI
B
τHЧΠ∕
Translation:
M : "40" nummi (= 1 follis).
ANNO XXↅI : "year 27".
B : "2nd" officina.
τH(-ε-)ЧΠ(-oλις) : "Theopolis" (Antioch).
Comment
Obverse legend can vary.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Justinian I, who was the Byzantine Emperor at the time of its minting, and is known for his significant contributions to the Byzantine Empire, including the codification of Roman law and the construction of the Hagia Sophia.
