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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Trachy - Petar IV / Ivan I Asen Imitating billon aspron trachy of Isaac II Angelus ND
| Billon | 2.82 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Second Bulgarian Empire |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1185-1207 |
| Value | Trachy |
| Currency | Grosh (1185-1396) |
| Composition | Billon |
| Weight | 2.82 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Concave |
| Technique | Hammered (scyphate) |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#150773 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Emperor standing facing, holding cross-tipped scepter and akakia.
Edge
Rough
Comment
References: Youroukova, Penchev Number: 157, Sear Number: 2003Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it is an imitation of the billon aspron trachy of Isaac II Angelus, which was a Byzantine coin that was widely used in the 12th century. The Trachy - Petar IV / Ivan I Asen coin was minted during the Second Bulgarian Empire (1185-1207) and was made of billon, a metal alloy that is composed of a mixture of silver and copper. Despite being an imitation, this coin still holds significant historical value and is a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
