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Ancient Resource

One of the First Coins to Depict Christ // Byzantine, 1042-1055 AD

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One of the first coins to depict Christ! Byzantine Empire, Reign of Constantine IX, 1042 - 1055 AD. Class D bronze follis. The front depicts Christ, nimbate, with pallium and colobrium, seated on a throne, holding Book of Gospels, +EMMANOVHA around; IC-XC to sides. The back reads IS \ XS, bAS-ILE \ bASILE ("Jesus Christ King of Kings")in three lines. Great detail! Nice earthen deposits. Coin reference: SB 1836, Doc III D, Berk 953 for type. Coin itself measures 25 mm diameter. Encapsulated and certified by NGC! Archival slab measures 3.125" x 2.125" x 0.375”.

Product Details
  • Measurements
    3.125"L x 2.125"W x 0.375"H
  • OriginTurkey

This piece is accompanied by a hand-signed certificate of authenticity detailing its history, culture, dating, and provenance.

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    Canada, United States
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  • Return Policy
    Final sale, not eligible for return or cancellation
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