© G. Armstrong (CC BY)
© G. Armstrong (CC BY)
40 Nummi - Mauricius Tiberius Antioch ND
| Bronze | 12.52 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maurice (582-602) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 582-591 |
| Value | 1 Follis = 40 Nummi (1⁄288) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.52 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#302896 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Large rounded M, flanked by regnal year inscription, surmounted by a cross; mintmark in exergue.
Lettering:
M
ANNO IIII
τHЄUP'
Comment
The obverse lettering is generally indistinguishable and has several variations.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 40 Nummi - Mauricius Tiberius (Antioch) ND (582-591) coin from the Byzantine Empire is that it features an image of the Roman Emperor Maurice Tiberius, who ruled the empire from 582 to 602 AD. The coin was minted during his reign and was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the empire. Despite being made of bronze, the coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors today.
