Miliarense - Justinian I GLORIA ROMANORVM; Constantinopolis; Bust Facing ND
| Silver | 4 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justinian I (527-565) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 527-565 |
| Value | 1 Miliarense = 2 Siliqua = 1⁄12 Solidus Nomisma |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-03 |
| Numista | N#300736 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Emperor, nimbate, standing facing, with his head turned to left, holding spear and leaning on shield, star to right, border of large pellets.
Script: Latin
Lettering: GLORIA ROMANORVM
Translation: "Glory of the Romans"
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Miliarense coin featuring Justinian I is that it was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that aimed to promote the glory of the Roman Empire. The coin's design, including the bust of Justinian I facing forward and the inscription "GLORIA ROMANORVM" (Glory of the Romans), reflects this theme. Additionally, the coin's silver content and relatively low weight of 4 grams made it a practical and widely used denomination in the Byzantine Empire's monetary system.
