Milaresion - Basil I and Constantine VI

€465,204.00
IssuerByzantine Empire (Byzantine states)
Year868-879
TypeStandard circulation coins
ValueMiliaresion (1⁄12)
CurrencySecond Solidus Nomisma (720-1092)
CompositionSilver
Weight2.64 g
Dimensions
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound
Hammered
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) BCV#1708 , DOC III-2#7 , BN#1
Obverse descriptionPotent cross on top of three tiered base over globe, with lettering around. Three rows of dots as a border.
Obverse scriptGreek
Obverse letteringIhSUS XRISTUS NICA
(Translation: Jesus Christ, Victorious)
Reverse descriptionSix lines of lettering with three rows of dots as a border.
Reverse scriptGreek
Reverse lettering+bASI LIOS CE CONSTAN TIN` PISTV bASILIS ROMEO`
(Translation: Basil, Lion, Ceasar and Augustus. Constantine, son of Basil. Faith and King Rome)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (868-879)  - -
Catalog ID4803777970
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