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© Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG
8 Nummi - Justinian I Thessalonica; Type ☧ ND
| Copper | 3.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justinian I (527-565) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 527-565 |
| Value | 8 Nummi (1⁄900) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#298081 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Large H between smaller A and P, ☧ (Chi-Rho) above, sometimes with exergual line beneath.
Lettering:
☧
A H P
Translation: H : "8" nummi.
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, on one side, and a cross on the other, which was a common design element in Byzantine coins. This coin was also made of copper, which was a common material used for coins during that time period. Additionally, the coin's weight of 3.5g suggests that it was a relatively small coin, making it easy to handle and transport.
