20 Nummi - Justin I Constantinopolis

€1.00
IssuerByzantine Empire
Year522-527
TypeStandard circulation coin
Value1/2 Follis = 20 Nummi (1⁄576)
CurrencyFirst Solidus Nomisma (498-720)
CompositionBronze
Weight7.3 g
Dimensions24 mm
Thickness2 mm
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) BCV#69
Obverse descriptionDiademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Justin I on the right, seen from three-quarters forward; beaded diadem.
Obverse script
Obverse letteringD N IVSTINVS PP AV
Reverse descriptionLarge K with Greek cross in the left field, between two stars. On the right, the dispensary letter.
Reverse script
Reverse lettering
Edge
Mint
MintageND (522-527) Γ - Constantinopolis, 3rd officina -
ND (522-527) Δ - Constantinopolis, 4th officina -
Catalog ID1166252980
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