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Follis - Anonymous Class F Constantinopolis ND
| Copper | 7.1 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine X Doukas (1059-1067) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1059-1067 |
| Value | Follis (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Second Solidus Nomisma (720-1092) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7.1 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#297050 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Legend in three lines.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
+
IS XS
bASILE
bASIL
+
Unabridged legend: "I(-hSU-)S X(-RISTU-)S bASILE(-U) bASIL(-E)"
Translation:
Jesus Christ
King
of Kings
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.
