Follis - Leo VI Single bust, on throne

€2.00
IssuerByzantine Empire (Byzantine states)
Year886-912
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueFollis (1⁄288)
CurrencySecond Solidus Nomisma (720-1092)
CompositionBronze
Weight7 g
Dimensions25 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationCoin alignment ↑↓
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) BCV#1728
Obverse descriptionCrowned figure of Leo facing, on lyre-backed throne, wearing chlamys, holding akakia in left hand.
Obverse scriptGreek
Obverse lettering+ LЄOҺ ЬASILЄVS ROM
(Translation: Leo, king of the Romans)
Reverse descriptionInscription on four lines.
Reverse scriptGreek
Reverse lettering+ LЄOҺ ЄҺΘEOЬA SILEVSR OMЄOҺ
(Translation: Leo, king of the Romans by the grace of God)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (886-912)  - -
Catalog ID8905573550
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