Follis Countermark `Atabeg` on Byzantine host coin

€381,370.00
IssuerZengids, Uncertain mint of the
Year1127-1250
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueFollis (1)
Currency
CompositionBronze
Weight5.02 g
Dimensions28 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s)
Obverse descriptionUncertain countermark atop host coin showing Christ standing with eight-pointed stars either side.
Obverse scriptArabic, Greek
Obverse lettering[IC-XC]
(Translation: [Jesus Christ])
Reverse descriptionArabic countermark atop host coin showing abbreviated legend in quadrants with big star in centre.
Reverse scriptArabic, Greek
Reverse lettering[C Φ] [N Δ]
(Translation: Atabeg [O Cross, protect Nikephoros Emperor])
EdgePlain.
Mint
MintageND (1127-1250)  - -
Catalog ID5757939540
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