Byzantine Empire Follis - Leo III and Constantine V, 735 – 741
Constantinopolis
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
Second Solidus Nomisma
(720 – 1092)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Follis
Year
735 – 741
Rulers
Leo III the Isaurian
(717–741)
, Constantine V
(720–775)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
5.9
Diameter (mm)
21.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Follis from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 735 to 741. Struck in Copper. Measures 21.5 mm and weighs 5.9 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Leo III on the left and Constantine V on the right crowned, wearing the chlamydia.
- Reverse
- Large M topped by a cross.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (735-741) | — | Constantinopolis |
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