Solidus - Basil I

€1.00
IssuerByzantine Empire (Byzantine states)
Year867-886
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueSolidus (1)
CurrencySecond Solidus Nomisma (720-1092)
CompositionGold
Weight4.4 g
Dimensions20 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationVariable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) BCV#1702
Obverse descriptionChrist Pantokrator facing, seated on throne.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse lettering+ IҺS XPS RЄX RЄGNANTIЧM ✷
(Translation: Jesus Christ, king of kings)
Reverse descriptionEmperoro standing, facing, wearing crown topped by cross, holding globus cruciger in right hand, akakia in left.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse lettering* bASILIOS ЄC ΘЄЧ bASILЄVS * b ✱
Edge
Mint
MintageND (867-886)  - -
Catalog ID5579070650
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