Trachy (Bulgarian imitation of Trachy of Alexius III - Type C, unknown ruler and) ND (1195) front Trachy (Bulgarian imitation of Trachy of Alexius III - Type C, unknown ruler and) ND (1195) back
Trachy (Bulgarian imitation of Trachy of Alexius III - Type C, unknown ruler and) ND (1195) photo
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Trachy Bulgarian imitation of Trachy of Alexius III - Type C, unknown ruler and ND

1195 year
Billon 1.47 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Second Bulgarian Empire
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1195
Value
Trachy
Currency
Grosh (1185-1396)
Composition
Billon
Weight
1.47 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Concave
Technique
Hammered (scyphate)
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-04
References
Numista
N#150763
Rarity index
91%

Reverse

Saint.

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it is an imitation of the Trachy coin, which was originally issued by Alexius III, the Byzantine Emperor, in the 12th century. The Bulgarian imitation, known as the Trachy of Alexius III - Type C, was produced during the Second Bulgarian Empire (1185-1241) and features a similar design to the original Byzantine coin, but with some notable differences, such as the use of Billon instead of gold or silver. Despite being an imitation, the Bulgarian Trachy coin still holds significant historical and numismatic value, offering a glimpse into the economic and cultural exchange between the Byzantine and Bulgarian empires during that time period.