Byzantine Empire 10 Nummi - Justin II and Aelia Sophia, 570 – 575

Carthage

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Byzantine Empire Byzantine Empire
Currency First Solidus Nomisma (498 – 720)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination Decanummium = 10 Nummi
Year 570 – 575
Rulers Justin II (565–578) , Sophia (565–578)
Composition Bronze
Shape Round (irregular)
Alignment Variable alignment ↺
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 3.5
Diameter (mm) 17
Demonetized Yes

Description

Decanummium = 10 Nummi from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 570 to 575. Struck in Bronze. Measures 17 mm and weighs 3.5 g.

Obverse
On left, bust of Justin II, facing, helmeted, cuirassed; on right, bust of Sophia, facing, crowned, draped; a cross between their heads; inscription in exergue. Fragmentary legend. (Our lords Justin and Sophia, augusts)
Reverse
Value between N and M, sometimes with pellets above letters. (10 nummi)

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (570-575) 

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