Histamemnon - John II Comneus

€453,416.00
IssuerByzantine Empire (Byzantine states)
Year1118-1143
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueHistamenon nomisma (⅓)
CurrencyFirst Hyperpyron Nomisma (1092-cca. 1300)
CompositionGold
Weight4.42 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered (scyphate)
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) BCV#1938
Obverse descriptionNimbate Christ enthroned with one hand and one finger up, Greek Lettering.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringIC-IX
(Translation: Jesus Christ)
Reverse descriptionEmperor John (left) and Mother Mary (Right) Holding Cross, Crowned and Nimbate, with Greek lettering.
Reverse scriptGreek
Reverse letteringOV MX
EdgeScyphate; Plain
Mint
MintageND (1118-1143)  - -
Catalog ID2733017660
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