Byzantine Empire Semissis - Anastasius I Dicorus, 491 – 518
Constantinoplis; Type ⳨ inverted
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma
(498 – 720)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Semissis
Year
491 – 518
Ruler
Anastasius I Dicorus
(491–518)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.1
Diameter (mm)
18
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Semissis from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 491 to 518. Struck in Gold. Measures 18 mm and weighs 2.1 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right. (D(-ominus) N(-oster) ANASTASIVS P(-er-)P(-etuus) AVG(-vstvs) "Our Lord Anastasius, Perpetual Emperor")
- Reverse
- Victory seated right on shield and cuirass, inscribing XXXX on shield set on knee, star to left, ⳨ (Rho-Tau) inverted to right, CONOB in exergue. ("The Victory of the Emperor".)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (491-518) | — |
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