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5 Nummi - Justinian I Cyzicus ND
| Copper | 3 g | 18 mm |
| 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 | 3 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#298641 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Large Є, K/Y to right
Lettering: Є KY
Translation:
Є : "5" nummi (= pentanummium).
KY : "Cyzicus".
Comment
Obverse legend can vary.Interesting fact
The 5 Nummi coin featuring Justinian I (Cyzicus) was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that aimed to promote the image of the emperor as a strong and powerful leader. The coin's design features a portrait of Justinian I on one side and an image of the goddess Victory on the other, symbolizing the emperor's military victories and the empire's dominance.
