Byzantine Empire Tetarteron - Manuel I Komnenos, 1152 – 1160
Constantinople
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
First Hyperpyron Nomisma
(1092)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetarteron
Year
1152 – 1160
Ruler
Manuel I Komnenos Porphyrogennetos
(1143–1180)
Composition
Copper
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4
Diameter (mm)
21
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetarteron from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 1152 to 1160. Struck in Copper. Measures 21 mm and weighs 4 g.
- Obverse
- The theotokos (Mary) nimbate and standing, facing right, hands raised in prayer. Manus dei above right.
- Reverse
- Full-length figure of Manuel, facing, holding cruciform scepter and akakia. (Lord Manuel)
- Edge
- Smooth
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (1152-1160) | — |
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