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Assarion - Andronicus II / Michael IX Constantinopolis ND
| Copper | 1.8 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Andronikos II Palaiologos (1282-1328) Michael IX Palaiologos (1295-1320) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1282-1328 |
| Value | Assarion (1⁄768) |
| Currency | Second Hyperpyron Nomisma (env. 1300-1367) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.8 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#424199 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend in four lines
Lettering:
AVTO
KPATO
PEC POM
AIwN
Translation: Autocrats of the romans
Comment
The obverse legend can also be AVTOKPATOPЄC PWMAIWN
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the joint reign of Andronicus II and Michael IX, who were co-emperors of the Byzantine Empire from 1295 to 1328. This was a common practice in the Byzantine Empire, where the emperor would appoint a co-emperor to rule alongside them, often a family member or a close relative. This coin is a rare example of a copper coin from this time period and features the images of both emperors on opposite sides.
