© Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG
© Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG
5 Nummi - Justinian I Rome; ANNO XXX ✶ ND
| Copper | 2.3 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justinian I (527-565) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 556-557 |
| Value | Pentanummium = 5 Nummi (1⁄1440) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.3 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#299261 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large Є, with ANNO/XXX above and bellow the horizontal bar, star in the field to right, all within wreath.
Lettering:
Є ✶
ANNO
XXX
Translation:
Є : "5" nummi (= 1 pentanummium).
ANNO XXX : "year 30".
Comment
Obverse legend can vary (usually incomplete).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Nummi coin featuring Justinian I is that it was issued during a time of significant economic and political change in the Byzantine Empire. The coin was minted in 556-557 AD, during the reign of Justinian I, who was known for his ambitious military campaigns and his efforts to restore the empire's power and influence. Despite these efforts, the empire was facing significant challenges, including inflation, corruption, and external threats. The 5 Nummi coin, which was made of copper and had a relatively low denomination, was likely used for everyday transactions and reflects the economic realities of the time.
