Byzantine Empire 10 Nummi - Justinian I, 527 – 565

Ravenna; Bust Right

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Byzantine Empire Byzantine Empire
Currency First Solidus Nomisma (498 – 720)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination Decanummium = 10 Nummi
Year 527 – 565
Ruler Justinian I (527–565)
Composition Copper
Shape Round (irregular)
Alignment Variable alignment ↺
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 3
Diameter (mm) 16
Demonetized Yes

Description

Decanummium = 10 Nummi from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 527 to 565. Struck in Copper. Measures 16 mm and weighs 3 g.

Obverse
Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right. (D(-ominus) N(-oster) IVSTINIANVS P(-er-)P(-etuus) AVG(-ustus)
"Our Lord Justinian, Perpetual Emperor")
Reverse
Large cross, with star in each angle, all within wreath.

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (527-565) 

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