¼ Hyperpyron - John VIII Constantinopolis ND
| Silver | 3.60 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | John VIII Palaiologos (1423-1448) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1421-1448 |
| Value | ¼ Hyperpyron |
| Currency | Silver Hyperpyron (1367-1453) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.60 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#215995 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was issued during the reign of John VIII Palaiologos, who was the last emperor of the Byzantine Empire to issue coins in the name of the empire. This coin, which was minted in Constantinople, features an image of the emperor on one side and an image of Jesus Christ on the other. Despite its small denomination, the ¼ Hyperpyron was an important coin in the Byzantine economy and was used for everyday transactions.
