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Follis - Theophilos Constantinopolis ND
| Copper | 7 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Theophilos (829-842) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 829-842 |
| Value | Follis (1⁄288) |
| Currency | Second Solidus Nomisma (720-1092) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 7 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#287018 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Lettering in four lines.
Lettering:
+ΘEO
FILE AVʕ
OVStE SV
nICAS
Translation: O Theophilus the August, may you all conquer.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Similar to BCV 1685, but made betterInteresting fact
One interesting fact about the Follis coin is that it features an image of Theophilos, the Byzantine Emperor, on one side, and an image of Jesus Christ on the other. This reflects the dual nature of the Byzantine Empire, which was both a political entity and a Christian theocracy. The coin's design highlights the close relationship between the imperial authority and the Christian faith, which was a defining characteristic of the Byzantine Empire.
