Constans II, AE 20 Nummi, Constantinople, AD 641-668

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Byzantine, Constans II, AE 20 Nummi (bronze, 2.5g, 20mm), Constantinople, AD 641-668
Obv: Crowned bust facing, with long beard, holding cross on globe
Rev: Large K, ANA to left, cross above, N to right, officina letter below
Ref: MIB 185; DOC 95; Sear 1020 Rarity/Choice: Common, aVF
Note: This reduced bronze denomination was part of Constans II’s monetary reforms, reflecting the shrinking size and weight of Byzantine bronze coinage in the 7th century. Issued from Constantinople during a period of constant Arab-Byzantine conflict, it represents both economic strain and the empire’s adaptation. The 20-nummi served as a practical medium for daily transactions at a time when large folles were becoming increasingly scarce in circulation.