Byzantine Empire 10 Nummi - Justinian I, 538 – 565
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Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma
(498 – 720)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Decanummium = 10 Nummi
Year
538 – 565
Ruler
Justinian I
(527–565)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.15
Diameter (mm)
16
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Decanummium = 10 Nummi from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 538 to 565. Struck in Copper. Measures 16 mm and weighs 3.15 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Justinian facing, helmeted, cuirassed, holding globus globus cruciger in right hand and shield with left hand; sometimes, a cross in right field. (D(-ominus) N(-oster) IVSTINIANVS P(-erpetuus) AVG(-ustus)"Our Lord Justinian, Perpetual Emperor")
- Reverse
- Value between two stars, all within wreath.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (538-565) | — |
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