Byzantine Empire Follis - Nikephoros III Botaneiates, 1078 – 1081
Constantinopolis
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
Second Solidus Nomisma
(720 – 1092)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
1 Follis
Year
1078 – 1081
Ruler
Nikephoros III Botaneiates
(1078–1081)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular, Copper)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
5
Diameter (mm)
28
Demonetized
Yes
Description
1 Follis from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 1078 to 1081. Struck in Bronze. Measures 28 mm and weighs 5 g.
- Obverse
- Christ standing facing, eight-pointed stars either side (Jesus Christ)
- Reverse
- Abbreviated legend in quadrants of large cross with big dot at each end, eight-pointed star in center circle. (O Cross, protect Nikephoros Emperor (Despotate))
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1078-1081) | — | Constantinopolis |
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