Semissis - Anastasius I Dicorus Constantinoplis, Type ⳨

€1.00
IssuerByzantine Empire
Year491-518
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueSemissis (1/2)
CurrencyFirst Solidus Nomisma (498-720)
CompositionGold
Weight2.1 g
Dimensions18 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
Orientation
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) BCV#7
Obverse descriptionDiademed, draped, cuirassed bust right.
Obverse script
Obverse letteringD N ANASTASIVS P P AVG
(Translation: D(-ominus) N(-oster) ANASTASIVS P(-er-)P(-etuus) AVG(-vstvs) `Our Lord Anastasius, Perpetual Emperor`)
Reverse descriptionVictory seated right on shield and cuirass, inscribing XXXX on shield set on knee, star to left, ⳨ (Rho-Tau) to right, CONOB in exergue.
Reverse script
Reverse letteringVICTORIA AVGGG
(Translation: `The Victory of the Emperor`.)
Edge
Mint
MintageND (491-518)  - -
Catalog ID7324764150
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