Follis - Leo V and Constantine Symbatios Constantinopolis

€1.00
IssuerByzantine Empire (Byzantine states)
Year813-820
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueFollis (1⁄288)
CurrencySecond Solidus Nomisma (720-1092)
CompositionCopper
Weight4.84 g
Dimensions24 mm
Thickness2.1 mm
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationCoin alignment ↑↓
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) BCV#1630
Obverse descriptionFacing busts of Leo on the left (with short beard) and Constantine on the right (beardless). Each wearing crown and chlamys.
Obverse script
Obverse letteringLЄOҺ S COҺST
(Translation: Leon and Constantine)
Reverse descriptionLarge `M` for 40 nummia, XXX down its left and NNN down its right. Cross above and A below.
Reverse script
Reverse lettering+ X N X M N X N A
Edge
Mint
MintageND (813-820)  - -
Catalog ID1134027550
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