Byzantine Empire ½ Siliqua - Justinian I, 527 – 565
Carthage; Monogram
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma
(498 – 720)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
½ Siliqua - Justinian I
Year
527 – 565
Ruler
Justinian I
(527–565)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1
Diameter (mm)
13
Demonetized
Yes
Description
½ Siliqua - Justinian I from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 527 to 565. Struck in Silver. Measures 13 mm and weighs 1 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right. (D(-ominus) N(-oster) IVSTINIANVS P(-er-)P(-etuus) A(-u-)G(-ustus) "Our Lord Justinian, Perpetual Emperor")
- Reverse
- Monogram, cross above, S or Z beneath, linear border encircled by wreath.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (527-565) | — |
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