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Nummus - Godas With legend
533 year| Bronze | 0.70 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Vandal Sardinia (Vandal Kingdom) |
|---|---|
| King | Godas (533) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 533 |
| Value | 1 Nummus |
| Currency | Nummus (484-534) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 0.70 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#166583 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross.
Comment
With the Vandal Kingdom's power greatly declining, in 533, the Vandal governor of Sardinia, Godas, declared himself King of the island, and went on to strike his own bronze coins. These coins were not struck for long, however, because Godas was executed that same year.The exact lettering of the surrounding legend may vary.
No date:
1) CVDA - REX
2) CVD - A REX
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Nummus - Godas (With legend) (533) coin from Vandal Sardinia is that it features the image of a Vandal warrior on horseback, which is a rare depiction of the Vandal people, who were known for their nomadic lifestyle and lightning-fast raids.