Byzantine Empire 12 Nummi - Justinian I, 527 – 565
Alexandria
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma
(498 – 720)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
12 Nummi = 1 Dodecanummium
Year
527 – 565
Ruler
Justinian I
(527–565)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
5.1
Diameter (mm)
16
Demonetized
Yes
Description
12 Nummi = 1 Dodecanummium from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 527 to 565. Struck in Copper. Measures 16 mm and weighs 5.1 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right. (D(-ominus) N(-oster) IVSTINIANVS P(-er-)P(-etuus) AVG(-vstvs) "Our Lord Justinian, Perpetual Emperor")
- Reverse
- Larg IB with cross between, AΛΕΞ in exergue. (IB : "12" nummi. AΛΕΞ : "Alexandria".)
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (527-565) AΛΕΞ | — | (fr) Alexandrie |
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