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40 Nummi - Justinian I Rome; ✶M☩ ND
| Copper | 11 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justinian I (527-565) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 539-565 |
| Value | 1 Follis = 40 Nummi (1⁄180) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 11 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#304636 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large M between star and cross, cross above, ROMA in exergue, all within wreath.
Scripts: Greek, Latin
Lettering:
☩
✶M☩
ROMA
Translation:
M : "40" nummi (= 1 follis).
ROMA : "Rome".
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 40 Nummi coin is that it features an image of Justinian I, who was the Byzantine Emperor at the time of its minting, on one side, and a cross on the other, which was a common design element in Byzantine coins. This coin was also made of copper, which was a common material used for coins during that time period. Additionally, the coin weighs 11 grams, which is a relatively small weight compared to other coins of similar denominations.
