Aspron Trachy - Manuel I

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IssuerByzantine Empire (Byzantine states)
Year1143-1180
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueAspron Trachy (1⁄120)
CurrencyFirst Hyperpyron Nomisma (1092-cca. 1300)
CompositionElectrum
Weight4.25 g
Dimensions28.2 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueConcave
Hammered (scyphate)
OrientationCoin alignment ↑↓
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) DOC IV-1#6 , BCV#1961
Obverse descriptionNimbate Christ seated facing on throne, holding Gospels.
Obverse scriptGreek
Obverse letteringIC XC
Reverse descriptionBearded Emperor holding labarum and cross on globe, being crowned by nimbate Holy Virgin Mary, to right
Reverse scriptGreek
Reverse letteringMANOVHL DECPOT M [or MHP] ΘV
Edge
Mint
MintageND (1143-1180)  - -
Catalog ID2607820810
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