Byzantine Empire Miliaresion - Basil II and Constantine VII, 976 – 989
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
Second Solidus Nomisma
(720 – 1092)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Miliaresion - Basil II and Constantine VII
Year
976 – 989
Rulers
Basil II the Bulgar-Slayer
(960–1025)
, Constantine VIII Porphyrogennetos
(962–1028)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
1.4
Diameter (mm)
24
Thickness (mm)
1
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Miliaresion - Basil II and Constantine VII from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 976 to 989. Struck in Silver. Measures 24 mm and weighs 1.4 g.
- Obverse
- Cross crosslet, with X at intersection and a globus on shaft, set on four steps base; between bust of Basil II on left, facing, bearded, wearing loros and crown with cross and pendilia, and bust of Constantine VIII on right, facing, beardless, wearing chlamys and crown with cross and pendilia. Triple linear border. (In this sign may Basil and Constantine conquer)
- Reverse
- Legend on five lines with ornaments above and below. Triple linear border. (Basil and Constantine Porphyrogenitus, faithful Kings of the Romans)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (976-989) | — |
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