Aspron Trachy Stamenon - John II Komnenos Constantinopolis; ΙΩ ΔΕϹΠΟΤ Τ ΠΟΥΠΟΓΝΤ with the Christ ND
| Billon | 3.71 g | 28.4 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | John II Komnenos (1118-1143) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1118-1143 |
| Value | Aspron Trachy Stamenon (1⁄48) |
| Currency | First Hyperpyron Nomisma (1092-cca. 1300) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 3.71 g |
| Diameter | 28.4 mm |
| Thickness | 0.8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (scyphate) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#90549 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Bust of John, crowned, facing, wearing loros and holding cross-topped sceptre (sometimes with an additional bar on the shaft) and cross on globe.
Lettering: ΙΩ ΔΕϹΠΟΤ Τ ΠΟΥΠΟΓΝΤ
Translation: John the Emperor born in the Purple
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Jesus Christ on the obverse (front) side, which was a common feature of Byzantine coins during this period. This highlights the importance of Christianity in the Byzantine Empire and the role that the emperor played as a protector and promoter of the faith.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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| ND (1118-1143) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Aspron Trachy Stamenon - John II Komnenos (Constantinopolis; ΙΩ ΔΕϹΠΟΤ Τ ΠΟΥΠΟΓΝΤ with the Christ) ND (1118-1143) coin.
