Description: Justinian I | AE Dodecanummium Reference: SB 247, DOC 274 Date: 527-565 CE Obverse: DN IVSTINIANVS PP AVG; pearl diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right Reverse: Large I-cross-B. AΛEZ in exergue Mint: Alexandria Size: 19.1 mm Weight: 5.00 grams Decent detail relative to the type on this oddball denomination from Alexandria. For reasons that are not entirely clear, the Roman Byzantine mint at Alexandria ( and Thessalonica) struck non-standard coin denominations that were not found elsewhere in the empire. These included 33-nummus, 12-nummus, 6-nummus, and 3-nummus coin. This coin features a little "tumor", possibly remnants of a sprue or flash from ancient flan manufacturing. Most ancient coin flans were cast in ceramic mold trees/troughs and then processed into proper blanks before striking. The thoroughness of that flan processing could vary quite a bit. Sprue remnants are actually fairly common on certain series of coins from certain mints during certain periods (bowl-cast Seleucids, later Nabataeans, Judean, and some later Roman bronzes). While sprues rightfully tend to generate suspicion due to the plethora of cast fakes, they generally require further context. This coin was struck and interestingly, the edge of the strike (see reverse) seems to have intersected with the edge of the "tumor" introducing a crack from the compressive force that perfectly lines up with the border on the rest of the reverse. A nice example of the type and a great study piece. suggestive of a possible fake (Cited from: https://www.cointalk.com/threads/ancients-casting-sprue-question.239110/) Policies I apply the highest ethical standards in selling ancient coins. All coins are guaranteed to be genuine and any item found to be otherwise may be returned for a full refund. The most important thing is that you are happy with your new coin(s)! All coins are shipped in PVC-free, archival-grade coin flips and inserts made of acid-free paper Domestic (USA) shipping only If you purchase multiple items please message me before you pay and I will combine the shipping for you. I accept all returns within 30 calendar days upon receipt of the item. No explanation is required for the return, but it would be appreciated. Any item which has been altered from its original state may not be returned. Don't see what you're looking for? Just shoot me a message, I might have it but haven't gotten around to listing it!
Price: 29.99 USD
Location: Canton, Michigan
End Time: 2024-12-25T00:26:46.000Z
Shipping Cost: 6 USD
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All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Denomination: Dodecanummium
Historical Period: Byzantine (300-1400 AD)
Composition: Bronze
Era: Ancient
