Histamenon - Isaac I

€1.00
IssuerByzantine Empire (Byzantine states)
Year1057-1059
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueHistamenon (1)
CurrencySecond Solidus Nomisma (720-1092)
CompositionGold
Weight4.39 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered (scyphate)
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) BCV#1843 , Berk#313 , DOC III-2#2 , BN#1-2
Obverse descriptionSeated Nimbate Christ Pantokrator on Throne, arm oustretched, with lettering around.
Obverse scriptGreek
Obverse lettering+IhS XIS REX REGNANTIUM
(Translation: Jesus Christ, King of Kings)
Reverse descriptionIsaac standing facing, holding drawn sword and scabbard
Reverse scriptGreek
Reverse lettering+ICAAKIOC BACILEVC RWM
(Translation: Issac Komnenos, emperor of the Romans)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (1057-1059)  - -
Catalog ID1288830700
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