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© Maison Palombo
Histamenon - Constantine X Constantinopolis ND
| Gold | 4.50 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Constantine X Doukas (1059-1067) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1059-1067 |
| Value | Histamenon (1) |
| Currency | Second Solidus Nomisma (720-1092) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.50 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (scyphate) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#116716 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Constantine X standing facing on footstool, bearded, holding labarum with pellet on shaft with right hand and globus cruciger on left hand.
Lettering: +KWN RACL' O DOVKAC
Translation: "Constantinus Ducas".
Edge
Gross
Comment
Variant DOC#1a is known without the pellet on labarum's shaft.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Histamenon coin is that it was used as a means of payment for the military, and its value was equivalent to a month's salary for a soldier.
