Byzantine Empire 20 Nummi - Justin I, 522 – 527

Constantinopolis

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Byzantine Empire Byzantine Empire
Currency First Solidus Nomisma (498 – 720)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination ½ Follis = 20 Nummi
Year 522 – 527
Ruler Justin I (518–527)
Composition Bronze
Shape Round (irregular)
Alignment Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 7.3
Diameter (mm) 24
Thickness (mm) 2
Demonetized Yes

Description

½ Follis = 20 Nummi from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 522 to 527. Struck in Bronze. Measures 24 mm and weighs 7.3 g.

Obverse
Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Justin I on the right, seen from three-quarters forward; beaded diadem.
Reverse
Large K with Greek cross in the left field, between two stars. On the right, the dispensary letter.

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (522-527) Γ Constantinopolis, 3rd officina 60%
ND (522-527) Δ Constantinopolis, 4th officina 30%

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