5 Nummi - Justinian I (Antioch; ɣ) ND (527-565) front 5 Nummi - Justinian I (Antioch; ɣ) ND (527-565) back
5 Nummi - Justinian I (Antioch; ɣ) ND (527-565) photo
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5 Nummi - Justinian I Antioch; ɣ ND

 
Copper 2 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states)
Emperor
Justinian I (527-565)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
527-565
Value
Pentanummium = 5 Nummi (1⁄1440)
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma (498-720)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#258683
Rarity index
89%

Reverse

Large Є with cross at centre, ɣ to right, sometimes with pellet over the symbol.

Lettering: ⋳ ɣ

Translation: Є : "5" nummi (= 1 pentanummium).

Comment

Obverse legend usually only partially visible.