Byzantine Empire 10 Nummi - Justin II, 565 – 567
Theupolis/Antioch
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma
(498 – 720)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Decanummium = 10 Nummi
Year
565 – 567
Ruler
Justin II
(565–578)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.1
Diameter (mm)
18
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Decanummium = 10 Nummi from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 565 to 567. Struck in Copper. Measures 18 mm and weighs 4.1 g.
- Obverse
- Helmeted and cuirassed bust facing, holding globe surmounted with victory on left and cross on right. (D(-ominus) N(-oster) IVST(inus) P(-er-)P(-etuus) AV(-gustus) "Our Lord Justin (II), Perpetual Emperor")
- Reverse
- Large I surmounted by cross, A/N/N/O to left, numerals representing the regnal year to right, mint in exergue. (I : 10 nummi (decanummium). ANNO I : Regnal year 1. THEUP : Theupolis = Antioch)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (566-567) THEUP | — | Anno II (Regnal Year 2) | ||
| ND (565-566) THEUP | — | Anno I (Regnal Year 1) |
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