Byzantine Empire Solidus - Constantine V, Leo III, 741 – 751
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
Second Solidus Nomisma
(720 – 1092)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Solidus
Year
741 – 751
Ruler
Constantine V
(720–775)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.43
Diameter (mm)
19
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Solidus from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 741 to 751. Struck in Gold. Measures 19 mm and weighs 4.43 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned bust of Constantine V facing, with short beard, chlamys pinned at right shoulder, cross potent with base in right hand, akakia in left hand. (Our lord Constantine)
- Reverse
- Crowned facing bust of Leo III, short beard, chlamys pinned at right shoulder, cross potent with base in right hand, akakia in left hand. (Leo grandfather)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (741-751) | — |
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