Aspron Trachy - Manuel I

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IssuerByzantine Empire (Byzantine states)
Year1152-1167
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueAspron Trachy (1⁄120)
CurrencyFirst Hyperpyron Nomisma (1092-cca. 1300)
CompositionElectrum
Weight2.06 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueConcave
Hammered (scyphate)
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) DOC IV-1#9.6 , BCV#1974
Obverse descriptionHoly Nimbate Virgin seated with holy child. Lettering around.
Obverse scriptGreek
Obverse letteringΜΡ ΘV
Reverse descriptionBearded Emperor with St. Demetrius crowning him. Lettering around.
Reverse scriptGreek
Reverse letteringRx. ΜΑΝΟΥΗΛ ΔΕCΠΟΤΗC Θ-Δ-H-M-TΡI-O-S
Edge
Mint
MintageND (1152-1167)  - -
Catalog ID9377234390
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