Eastern Roman Empire Semissis - Leo I, 462 – 466
VICTORIA AVGG; Constantinopolis
Information
Country
Eastern Roman Empire
Eastern Roman Empire
Currency
Solidus
(330 – 476)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Semissis
Year
462 – 466
Ruler
Leo I
(457–474)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.26
Diameter (mm)
18
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Semissis from Eastern Roman Empire. Issued from 462 to 466. Struck in Gold. Measures 18 mm and weighs 2.26 g.
- Obverse
- Pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Leo I right, seen from front. (Our Lord Leo, Perpetual August)
- Reverse
- Victory seated right on cuirass, inscribing XXVXXX on shield set on knee; star to left, staurogram to right, mintmark in exergue.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (462-466) CONOB | — |
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