© G. Armstrong (CC BY)
© G. Armstrong (CC BY)
Miliaresion - Leo IV and Constantine VI ND
| Silver | 1.91 g | 21.5 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Leo IV the Khazar (751-780) Constantine VI (776-797) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 776-780 |
| Value | Miliaresion (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Second Solidus Nomisma (720-1092) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.91 g |
| Diameter | 21.5 mm |
| Thickness | 0.9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#218573 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Legend in five lines within triple border.
Lettering: LЄOh-S COnSt-AntЄ Є-C-ΘЄU bA-SILIS
Comment
This coin is very easily confused with the miliaresion struck under Leo III and Constantine V (BCV 1512). The main difference is the form of the cross potent, which is tall and narrow on coins of Leo III while those of Leo IV has a longer horizontal bar giving it a square appearance.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Miliaresion coin is that it was used as a means of exchange across different cultures and regions, reflecting the extensive trade networks of the Byzantine Empire during its time.
