© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
© Jean Elsen & ses Fils s.a.
Nummus - Justinian I Carthage; Δ ND
| Copper | 0.6 g | 9 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justinian I (527-565) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 527-565 |
| Value | 1 Nummus (1⁄7200) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.6 g |
| Diameter | 9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#300301 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Large Δ, stars to left, to right and beneath.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
✶Δ✶
✶
Comment
Obverse legend normally illegible.Interesting fact
The Nummus coin was used as a means of payment for the common people, and it was the lowest denomination coin in the Byzantine Empire's currency system. Despite its low value, the Nummus was made of copper, which was a valuable resource at the time. This shows that even the smallest denomination coins were made with careful consideration and attention to detail, reflecting the importance of currency in the Byzantine Empire's economy.
