Byzantine AR Miliaresion Leo VI (886-912) Ch XF (Full Rings)
Numismatic
Byzantine AR Miliaresion Leo VI (886-912) Ch XF (Full Rings)
During the turn of the tenth century, the Byzantine Empire was ruled by Emperor Leo VI. This silver Miliaresion, minted between 886 and 912 AD, offers a direct window into the monetary traditions of Constantinople. Weighing approximately 2.5 grams, the coin contains about 0.08 troy ounces of silver and has survived the centuries in an exceptional state of preservation, graded as Choice Extra Fine. The obverse of this silver piece features a prominent cross potent, a cross with flat bars at the ends of its arms, positioned atop a pedestal of three steps. On the reverse side, the coin displays a detailed five-line inscription that serves as the central design element. Cataloged by numismatists as reference SB-1727, this coin stands as a remarkable artifact of medieval Byzantine craftsmanship.
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Specifications
| Country | Byzantine Empire |
|---|---|
| Year | 886-912 |
| Grade | Extra Fine |
| Legal-tender face value | AR Miliaresion |
| Metal | Silver |
| Weight | 0.0800 troy oz |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Thickness | Varies mm |
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