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5 Nummi - Tiberius II Constantine Constantinopolis ND
| Bronze |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius II Constantine (578-582) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 578-582 |
| Value | Pentanummium = 5 Nummi (1⁄2304) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#69915 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Large U, no field marks or mint mark.
Lettering: U
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 5 Nummi coin featuring Tiberius II Constantine is that it was minted during a time of significant political and economic change in the Byzantine Empire. Tiberius II Constantine was the first Byzantine emperor to introduce a new system of coinage, which included the 5 Nummi denomination. This coin was also made of bronze, which was a more affordable and accessible material than the gold or silver coins that were previously used. The use of bronze for coinage was a strategic move by Tiberius II Constantine to increase the circulation of currency and stimulate trade within the empire.
