© Rojomano
© Rojomano
½ Tetarteron - John II Komnenos Thessalonica; IW DECPOT ND
| Copper | 1.57 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | John II Komnenos (1118-1143) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1118-1143 |
| Value | ½ Tetarteron (1⁄1728) |
| Currency | First Hyperpyron Nomisma (1092-cca. 1300) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.57 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 1.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#296051 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Bust of St. Demetrius facing, Q/DI/MI to left, T/PI/O/C
to right.
Lettering:
Q/DI/MI
T/PI/O/C
Edge
Gross
Comment
Byzantine Empire, John II, 1118-1143, AE Half Tetarteron (13x15mm)Sear BCV 1955.
Demetrius
Interesting fact
The ½ Tetarteron coin featuring John II Komnenos was part of a series of coins issued during his reign that aimed to promote the ideals of the Byzantine Empire, including the importance of Christianity and the authority of the emperor. The coin's design features the emperor's image on one side and an image of Jesus Christ on the other, symbolizing the close relationship between the church and state.
