Byzantine Museum of Holy Bishopric of Tamasos and Oreinis (Cyprus): Billon aspron trachy, "scyphate" coin of the Byzantine emperor Manuel I Komnenos (1143-1180) from the Hoard of Achera. (TN127) Obverse
Format
TIFF
Contributor
Start date
1143
End date
1180
Historical period
Middle Byzantine Period
Description
Billon aspron trachy, “scyphate” coin of the Byzantine emperor Manuel I Komnenos (1143-1180). Obverse: Christ, nimbate, seated on a backless throne facing; he raises his right hand in benediction and holds in the left a Gospel book resting on his knee.
Language
Ancient Greek
Physical type
Medium
Size
3.3 cm
Material and technique
Project
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