40 Nummi - Mauricius Tiberius Constantinopolis ND
| Bronze | 12.8 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Maurice (582-602) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 595-596 |
| Value | 1 Follis = 40 Nummi (1⁄288) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 12.8 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#145948 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 80% |
Reverse
Large M, with cross above, Δ [officina mark] between legs, with date either side. CON in exurgue.
Lettering:
+
M
ANNO XIIII
CON Δ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Emperor Maurice Tiberius, who ruled the Byzantine Empire from 582 to 602 AD. He is depicted on the coin with a long beard and wearing a crown, symbolizing his power and authority as the emperor.
