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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetarteron - Anonymous Magnesia ND
| Bronze | 2.7 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Empire of Nicaea (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1227-1261 |
| Value | Tetarteron (1⁄864) |
| Currency | First Hyperpyron Nomisma (1092-cca. 1300) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#330585 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Two faced and opposed letters B, decorated with pellets; sometimes with a pellet in the loops of one of the two letters.
Lettering: Bꓭ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetarteron coin is that it was used as a means of payment during the time of the Empire of Nicaea, which was a breakaway state from the Byzantine Empire. Despite being made of bronze, a relatively inexpensive material, the coin was still considered valuable and widely accepted as a form of currency. Additionally, the coin's design features an image of Jesus Christ, indicating the strong influence of Christianity during that time period.