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Follis - Nikephoros II Phokas Constantinopolis ND
| Copper | 6.76 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nikephoros II Phokas (963-969) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 963-969 |
| Value | Follis (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Second Solidus Nomisma (720-1092) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 6.76 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#201207 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Lettering:
hICHF
Eh QEw
bASILEVS Rw
MAIWn
Interesting fact
The Follis coin , which features Nikephoros II Phokas, is notable for its unique design. On one side, it depicts the emperor wearing a crown and holding a scepter, while on the other side, it features an image of the Virgin Mary and the Christ child. This combination of a secular leader and a religious figure is a distinctive feature of Byzantine coinage and reflects the complex relationship between the church and state in the Byzantine Empire.
