Eastern Roman Empire Æ Nummus - Leo I, 457 – 474
Constantinopolis
Information
Country
Eastern Roman Empire
Eastern Roman Empire
Currency
Solidus
(330 – 476)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Nummus
Year
457 – 474
Ruler
Leo I
(457–474)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
0.84
Diameter (mm)
9
Thickness (mm)
1.4
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Nummus from Eastern Roman Empire. Issued from 457 to 474. Struck in Bronze. Measures 9 mm and weighs 0.84 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Leo pearl-diademed, draped, cuirassed, facing right, cross above head surrounded by his name and titles (Dominus Noster Leo Pius Felix Augustus Our Lord Leo the Dutiful, Happy Emperor)
- Reverse
- Lion, standing left, head facing right, cross above. Mint mark in exergue (Constantinopolis)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (457-474) | — | Stated by some sources to be R2 |
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