Byzantine Empire 40 Nummi - Justinian I, 539 – 565
Rome; ✶M✶ A
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma
(498 – 720)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Follis = 40 Nummi
Year
539 – 565
Ruler
Justinian I
(527–565)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
11
Diameter (mm)
29
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Follis = 40 Nummi from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 539 to 565. Struck in Copper. Measures 29 mm and weighs 11 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust right, of neat, careful style. (D(-ominus) N(-oster) IVSTINIANVS P(-er-)P(-etuus) AVG(-ustus) "Our Lord Justinian, Perpetual Emperor")
- Reverse
- Large M between two stars, cross above, A beneath, ROMA in exergue, all within wreath. (M : "40" nummi (= 1 follis). ROMA : "Rome".)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (539-565) ROMA A | — |
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