© SStefanov
© SStefanov
Tetarteron - Manuel I Komnenos Thessalonica ND
| Copper | 5.3 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Manuel I Komnenos Porphyrogennetos (1143-1180) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1143-1180 |
| Value | Tetarteron = 1⁄864 Hyperpyron |
| Currency | First Hyperpyron Nomisma (1092-cca. 1300) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.3 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#189300 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Manuel, crowned and wearing loros, bust facing, holding labarum and cross on globe
Lettering: MANVHΛ ΔECΠOTH
Edge
Rough
Comment
References: Sear-1976Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetarteron coin is that it was used as a means of payment for the soldiers of the Byzantine Empire, and it was also used for trade and commerce.
