Byzantine Empire 20 Nummi - Justinian I, 527 – 565
Carthage; C, Bust Right
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Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma
(498 – 720)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
½ Follis = 20 Nummi
Year
527 – 565
Ruler
Justinian I
(527–565)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
8.5
Diameter (mm)
22
Demonetized
Yes
Description
½ Follis = 20 Nummi from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 527 to 565. Struck in Copper. Measures 22 mm and weighs 8.5 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right, sometimes with cross on breast. (D(-ominus) N(-oster) IVSTINIANVS P(-er-)P(-etuus) A(-u-)G(-ustus) "Our Lord Justinian, Perpetual Emperor")
- Reverse
- Large K, cross to left, stars above and beneath, C to right. (K : "20" nummi (= ½ follis). C : "Carthage".)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (527-565) C | — |
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