Follis - Nicephorus I Stauracius (Syracuse) ND (803-811) front Follis - Nicephorus I Stauracius (Syracuse) ND (803-811) back
Follis - Nicephorus I Stauracius (Syracuse) ND (803-811) photo
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Follis - Nicephorus I Stauracius Syracuse ND

 
Bronze - 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states)
Emperor
Nikephoros I (802-811) Stauracius (803-811)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
803-811
Value
Follis (1⁄288)
Currency
Second Solidus Nomisma (720-1092)
Composition
Bronze
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#287023
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Facing bust of Stauracius, beardless, wearing crown and chlamys, holding cross on globe. CTA to right.

Lettering: CTA

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Follis coin is that it features an image of Nicephorus I Stauracius, who was the Emperor of the Byzantine Empire from 803 to 811 AD. The coin was minted during his reign and was used as a standard circulation coin in the Byzantine states. Despite being made of bronze, the coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists today.