Byzantine Empire 20 Nummi - Justin I, 518 – 527
Nicomedia
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma
(498 – 720)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
½ Follis
Year
518 – 527
Ruler
Justin I
(518–527)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
6.58
Diameter (mm)
23
Demonetized
Yes
Description
½ Follis from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 518 to 527. Struck in Bronze. Measures 23 mm and weighs 6.58 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust, facing right. (Our Lord Justinus Perpetual Augustuss)
- Reverse
- Large K; to left, long cross between N and I; to right officina letter.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (518-527) A | — | Nicomedia, 1st officina | 33% | |
| ND (518-527) B | — | Nicomedia, 2nd officina | 67% |
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