© Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG
© Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG
5 Nummi - Justinian I Nicomedia; Type Є N ND
| Copper | 1.9 g | 12 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 | 1.9 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#298640 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Large Є, N to right
Lettering: Є N
Translation:
Є : "5" nummi (= pentanummium).
N : "Nicomedia".
Comment
Obverse legend often illegible.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Justinian I, who was the Byzantine Emperor at the time of its minting. He is depicted with a long beard and a crown, symbolizing his power and authority. This coin was used as a means of currency during his reign, which lasted from 527 to 565 AD.
