Manuel I Komnenos, Billon, Stamenon, Constantinople, circa 1160-1164?
Obverse
Virgin nimbate seated upon backless throne holding beardless, nimbate head of Christ against breast. ΘV̅ to left and right.
Reverse
Manuel I Komnenos standing, bearded, wearing stemma, divitision, and chlamys. Labarum on long shaft in right hand, globus surmounted by patriarchal cross in left hand.
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Obverse
Virgin nimbate seated upon backless throne holding beardless, nimbate head of Christ against breast. ΘV̅ to left and right.
Reverse
Manuel I Komnenos standing, bearded, wearing stemma, divitision, and chlamys. Labarum on long shaft in right hand, globus surmounted by patriarchal cross in left hand.
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| Accession number | BZC.2010.072 |
|---|---|
| Ruler | Manuel I Komnenos |
| Date of Reign | 1143–1180 |
| Metal | Billon |
| Denomination | Stamenon |
| Mint | Constantinople |
| Date | circa 1160 – 1164? |
| Diameter | 30.0 mm |
| Weight | 4.14 g |
| Relation of Dies | 6:00 |
| Shape | Cup |
Acquisition History
From Rob Freeman's stock
Commentary
See DOC 4.1:308–10, no. 12a.1–12a.18, the Third Coinage (First Phase). The coin is a common type but interestingly has kept its original silver coating.