Byzantine Empire Solidus - Nicephorus I, 802 – 803
Syracuse
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
Second Solidus Nomisma
(720 – 1092)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Solidus
Year
802 – 803
Ruler
Nikephoros I
(802–811)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.88
Diameter (mm)
19
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Solidus from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 802 to 803. Struck in Gold. Measures 19 mm and weighs 3.88 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned facing bust of Nicephorus, wearing chlamys, holding cross potent and akakia (Nicephorus King)
- Reverse
- Cross potent on base, set on three steps; C-I across fields (Jesus Christ Triumphs)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (802-803) | — | Syracuse |
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