Nummus - Justinian I (Ravenna; N) ND (527-565) front Nummus - Justinian I (Ravenna; N) ND (527-565) back
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Nummus - Justinian I Ravenna; N ND

 
Copper 0.9 g 9 mm
Description
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
0.9 g
Diameter
9 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#301596
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Large N, pellet beneath, all within wreath.

Lettering:
N

Comment

Obverse legend fragmentary and often illegible.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Nummus - Justinian I (Ravenna; N) ND (527-565) coin is that it features an image of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I on one side and a depiction of the goddess Victory on the other. This coin was minted during Justinian's reign, which lasted from 527 to 565 AD, and it was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Byzantine Empire. Despite its small size and relatively low value, this coin is highly sought after by collectors today due to its historical significance and rarity.