Byzantine Empire Follis - Basil I and Constantine VII, 868 – 870
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
Second Solidus Nomisma
(720 – 1092)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Follis
Year
868 – 870
Rulers
Basil I the Macedonian
(867–886)
, Constantine
(868–879)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
8
Diameter (mm)
28.5
Thickness (mm)
1.9
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Follis from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 868 to 870. Struck in Bronze. Measures 28.5 mm and weighs 8 g.
- Obverse
- Facing bust of Basil with short beard on left, and Constantine, beardless, on right, each wearing crown and chlamys, and holding between them labarum.
- Reverse
- Legend in five lines
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (868-870) | — |
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