Follis - Michael VII Doukas Constantinopolis

€1.00
IssuerByzantine Empire
Year1071-1078
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueFollis (1⁄288)
CurrencySecond Solidus Nomisma (720-1092)
CompositionBronze
Weight7.9 g
Dimensions28 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationCoin alignment ↑↓
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) BCV#1878
Obverse descriptionIC-XC at top left and top right of nimbate bust of Christ facing, nimbate cross behind head, right hand raised, holding book of gospels in left hand, star to left, star to right
Obverse script
Obverse letteringIC-XC
Reverse descriptionBearded bust of Michael VII facing, wearing crown and loros, holding labarum and cross on globe.
Reverse script
Reverse letteringMIXAHL RACIL O D
Edge
Mint
MintageND (1071-1078)  - Constantinopolis -
Catalog ID5220318660
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