Byzantine Empire 40 Nummi - Constans II, 651 – 652
Constantinopolis
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma
(498 – 720)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Follis = 40 Nummi
Year
651 – 652
Ruler
Constans II the Bearded
(641–668)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.68
Diameter (mm)
20
Thickness (mm)
1.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Follis = 40 Nummi from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 651 to 652. Struck in Bronze. Measures 20 mm and weighs 2.68 g.
- Obverse
- Constans, with long beard and moustache, wearing crown and chlamys, standing facing. Holding long cross in right hand and cross on globe on left hand (In this (sign (of cross)), I conquered)
- Reverse
- Large M, ANA to left, cross above, NEOς to right, Regnal year in exergue Officina letter inside M
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (651-652) IA - A | — | Constantinople, 1st officina | 90% | |
| ND (651-652) IA - B | — | Constantinople, 2nd officina | ||
| ND (651-652) IA - Γ | — | Constantinople, 3rd officina | 5% | |
| ND (651-652) IA - Δ | — | Constantinople, 4th officina | 5% | |
| ND (651-652) IA - ϵ | — | Constantinople, 5th officina | 15% |
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