Byzantine Weights, Circa 6th-7th century. Weight of 5 Nomismata (Bronze, 27 mm, 19.65 g), an octagonal coin weight with centering holes and plain edges. Ṅ E inlaid in silver within double incuse circle. Rev. Triple incuse circle. Bendall -. MAH -. Pera -. Rare. Some deposits, otherwise, very fine.

Octagonal coin weights are uncommon, especially for the unusual 5 Nomismata weight