Byzantine Empire 10 Nummi - Anastasius I Dicorus, 498 – 518
CONCORD; Constantinopolis; Large Module
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma
(498 – 720)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Decanummium = 10 Nummi
Year
498 – 518
Ruler
Anastasius I Dicorus
(491–518)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.4
Diameter (mm)
22
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Decanummium = 10 Nummi from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 498 to 518. Struck in Copper. Measures 22 mm and weighs 4.4 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right. (D(-ominus) N(-oster) ANASTASIVS P(-er-)P(-etuus) AVG(-vstvs) "Our Lord Anastasius, Perpetual Emperor")
- Reverse
- Legend preceded by officina letter around large I surmounted by cross, usualy with pellets on either side, CON in exergue. (Γ : "3rd" officina. CONCORD(-ia) : "In Harmony". I : "10" nummi (= decanummium). CON(-stantinopolis) : "Constantinopolis".)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (498-518) A | — | 1st officina | ||
| ND (498-518) B | — | 2nd officina | ||
| ND (498-518) Γ | — | 3rd officina | ||
| ND (498-518) Δ | — | 4th officina | ||
| ND (498-518) Є | — | 5th officina |
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