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5 Nummi - Anastasius I Dicorus Nicomedia, Large Module Emission ND
| Copper | 2.27 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Anastasius I Dicorus (491-518) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 512-518 |
| Value | Pentanummium = 5 Nummi (1⁄1440) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.27 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#297709 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Large Є, N to right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: Large Є, mintmark to right.
Unabridged legend: Є NICOMEDIA
Translation: 5, Nicomedia
Comment
Second reform large module coinage. The emission began with the monetary reform in 512 and ended at the latest in 518 with the death of Anastasius.
The decanummia of the second reform were struck to a theoretical weight standard of 2.27g or 1/144th of a Roman pound.
Legend varieties exist, but are all based on the base form of “D N ANASTASIVS PP AVG”
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Anastasius I Dicorus, who was the Byzantine Emperor from 512 to 518 AD. He was known for his military campaigns and his efforts to reform the Byzantine Empire's currency and administration. The coin's design reflects the importance of the emperor's image and the symbolism of his power.
