Byzantine Empire Follis - Anonymous Class K, 1081 – 1118
Constantinopolis
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Currency
Second Solidus Nomisma
(720 – 1092)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Follis
Year
1081 – 1118
Ruler
Alexios I Komnenos
(1081–1118)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
6.5
Diameter (mm)
29
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Follis from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 1081 to 1118. Struck in Bronze. Measures 29 mm and weighs 6.5 g.
- Obverse
- IC-XC to left and right of Christ, nimbate, bust facing, right hand raised, book of gospels in left, all inside border of large dots. (Jesus Christ)
- Reverse
- Legend split by Holy Mary, three-quarter length figure, hands raised, all inside border of large dots. (Mother of God)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1081-1118) | — | Constantinopolis |
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