Histamenon Nomisma - Constantine X

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IssuerByzantine Empire (Byzantine states)
Year1059-1067
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueHistamenon (1)
CurrencySecond Solidus Nomisma (720-1092)
CompositionGold
Weight4.38 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered (scyphate)
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) BCV#1848
Obverse descriptionNimbate Christ enthroned with Gospels, Latin Lettering.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringIHS IXS REX REGNATIVM
(Translation: Jesus Christ, King of Kings)
Reverse descriptionEmperor Constantine (left) and Mother Mary (Right), with Nimbate Mary crowning the Emperor. Greek Lettering.
Reverse scriptGreek
Reverse lettering+KWN BACL O DOVKAC
(Translation: Constantine Doukas, Emperor)
EdgeScyphate; Plain
Mint
MintageND (1059-1067)  - -
Catalog ID8958930660
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