Byzantine Empire Follis - Michael II and Theophilos, 821 – 829

Syracuse

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Byzantine Empire Byzantine Empire
Currency Second Solidus Nomisma (720 – 1092)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination 1 Follis
Year 821 – 829
Rulers Theophilos (829–842) , Michael II the Amorian (822–829)
Composition Copper
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 4.99
Diameter (mm) 26
Demonetized Yes

Description

1 Follis from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 821 to 829. Struck in Copper. Measures 26 mm and weighs 4.99 g.

Obverse
On left, bust of Michael facing, bearded, wearing chlamys and crown with cross; on right, bust of Theophilus facing, beardless, wearing loros and crown with cross. (Michael [and] Theophilos)
Reverse
Letter M, cross above, Θ below.

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (821-829)  Syracuse, large M 100%
ND (821-829)  Syracuse, small M

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