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40 Nummi - Phocas and Leontia Constantinople ND
| Bronze | 13 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Phocas (602-610) |
| Empress | Leontia (602-610) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 602-604 |
| Value | 40 Nummi (1⁄288) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 13 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#381162 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Large m (denomination), ANNO to lef (vertically), cross or Christogram above, regnal year to right, mintmark CON and officina letter below
Script: Latin
Lettering:
A +
N m II
N _____
O CON Ⲉ
Translation:
regnal year
Constantinople
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 40 Nummi coin featuring Phocas and Leontia from the Byzantine Empire is that it was issued during a time of significant political and economic change. The coin was minted during the reign of Phocas (602-610 AD), who was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to reform the Byzantine Empire's government and economy. The coin's design, featuring both Phocas and his wife Leontia, is also notable for its use of imperial iconography, which was used to reinforce the power and authority of the emperor and his family. Despite the coin's historical significance, it is still relatively affordable for collectors, with prices ranging from $50 to $200 depending on its condition and rarity.
