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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Aspron Trachy - Isaac Komnenos Usurpation of Cyprus ND
| Billon | 3.92 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Isaac Komnenos of Cyprus (1184-1191) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1187-1191 |
| Value | Apron Trachy (1⁄120) |
| Currency | First Hyperpyron Nomisma (1092-cca. 1300) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 3.92 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (scyphate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#126805 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Isaac standing facing, crowned with stemma, wearing divitision and sagion, holding cruciger sceptre with right hand and akakia with left hand, Hand of God in upper right field.
Inscriptions on either side; beaded border.
Lettering:
ICAAKIOC
ΔЄCПOTHC
Translation:
Isaakios Despotis:
"Despot Isaac".