Byzantine coin of Anastasius I, 491-518. Obverse: bust of Anastasius I, facing right; he wears a diadem. Reverse: monogram of Anastasius I, which includes a stylized ‘R’ and ‘Y’.

• History Of Use

  “Nummus” (denomination); DO# 15; Sear# 13. Collector's note says this coin is a 'barbaric issue'.

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• Type of Item coin
• Culture Byzantine
• Material bronze metal
• Measurements height 0.2 cm, diameter 1.1 cm (overall)

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• Previous Owner David Herman
• Received from David Herman

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• Made in Istanbul, Constantinopolis

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• Creation Date between 491 and 498
• Ownership Date before February 2, 2015
• Acquisition Date on February 2, 2015

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• Item Classes metalwork
• Condition fair
• Accession Number 3095/1745