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Follis - Anonymous Class B Constantinopolis ND
| Bronze | 9.9 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Romanos III Argyros (1028-1034) Michael IV the Paphlagonian (1034-1041) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1028-1042 |
| Value | Follis (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Second Solidus Nomisma (720-1092) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.9 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#44211 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 35% |
Reverse
Letterings on either side of a cross with a pellet at each end, on a base set on two steps.
Lettering:
IS XS
BASILE
BASILE
Translation:
Jesus Christ
King of Kings
Comment
These coins were anonymously struck then are hard to attribute precisely but depending on catalogues, they are usually attributed to Romanus III or to Michael IV. Some variants are known with overstrike on Class A type. Many variants of lettering and style exist.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Jesus Christ on one side and an image of the Byzantine Emperor on the other, highlighting the blending of religious and political themes in Byzantine art and culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1028-1042) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Follis - Anonymous Class B (Constantinopolis) ND (1028-1042) coin.
