8 Nummi - Justinian I (Thessalonica; Type •) ND (527-565) front 8 Nummi - Justinian I (Thessalonica; Type •) ND (527-565) back
8 Nummi - Justinian I (Thessalonica; Type •) ND (527-565) photo
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8 Nummi - Justinian I Thessalonica; Type • ND

 
Copper 3.5 g 18 mm
Description
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
References
Numista
N#298084
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Large H between smaller A and P, pellet above, sometimes with exergual line beneath.

Lettering:

A H P

Translation: H : "8" nummi.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 8 Nummi coin featuring Justinian I is that it was issued during a time of significant economic and political change in the Byzantine Empire. Justinian I, who ruled from 527 to 565 AD, implemented a number of reforms aimed at stabilizing the empire's economy and strengthening its military. These reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system, helped to establish the Byzantine Empire as a major power in the region for centuries to come.