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Histamenon - Romanos III Argyros Constantinopolis; nimbate Mary type ND
| Gold | 4.36 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Romanos III Argyros (1028-1034) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1028-1034 |
| Value | Histamenon (1) |
| Currency | Second Solidus Nomisma (720-1092) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.36 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#92873 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Romanus on left, wearing a saccos and loros and holding cross on globe, usually with four dots on the fold of robe hanging below (but can be 5-8 dots), being crowned by Mary, nimbate on right, MQ between their heads, double border
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΘϹΕ bΟΗΘ ΜΘ ΡωΜΑhω
Translation: (by the grace of the Virgin, Romanus)
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of the Virgin Mary on the reverse side, which was a common feature of Byzantine coins during this period. The use of religious imagery on coins was a way for the Byzantine Empire to promote Christianity and reinforce its status as a Christian state.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1028-1034) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Histamenon - Romanos III Argyros (Constantinopolis; nimbate Mary type) ND (1028-1034) coin.
