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After the barbarian sack of Rome in the fifth century, the seat of imperial power shifted to Constantinople, and Western Europe plunged into darkness. The next five centuries were a period of decline: in agriculture, in education, in science and the arts, in urbanization, in population. Foreign invaders swept through the continent, wreaking havoc. Crop yield was routinely low. Feudalism was established. The Plague of Justinian, thought to be smallpox, killed off half the population. Most settlements were small, with farmland and vast swaths of depopulated wilderness separating them. Trade was at an historic low. By 1000, the climate warmed from its cooling period, barbarian incursion ceased, and Europe began to emerge from the so-called Dark Ages. This crude bronze coin, a pentanummi, was struck during the reign of Justinian’s successor, Justin II, in the mid-6th century.
Details of This Unique Collection:
- Historical Significance: This coin hails from the Dark Ages, a period marked by the fall of the Roman Empire and the struggle for survival in a fractured Europe. The coin’s origins during the reign of Justin II make it a valuable artifact from this enigmatic time.
- Authenticity: The pentanummi coin is a genuine piece of history, representing the crude craftsmanship of an era when the old world was collapsing, and a new one was slowly beginning to emerge.
- Condition: Despite being over 1,400 years old, this coin has survived the test of time, offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of history from the Dark Ages.
Why Collect This Coin?
This coin is more than just a collectible—it's a symbol of an era when the world was reshaped by turmoil and change. By adding this piece to your collection, you are preserving a fragment of history that has witnessed the rise and fall of empires.
Design: The pentanummi is a simple, rugged coin that reflects the hardships and uncertainties of the Dark Ages. Its design is a testament to the resilience of people who lived through one of the most challenging periods in history.
