Byzantine Empire AV Solidus Basil & Con (868-886 AD) AU NGC (5/3)

0.1300 troy oz 868-886 AD Almost Unc (NGC)

Struck during the joint reign of Basil I and Constantine between 868 and 886 AD, this gold solidus offers a remarkable window into the artistic and spiritual world of the Byzantine Empire. The coin represents a classic era of imperial coinage, serving as a medium for both political messaging and religious devotion. On the obverse side, the design features a detailed representation of Jesus Christ seated upon a throne, holding the gospels. The reverse side depicts the Emperor and Co-Emperor standing face-to-face, separated by a prominent cross potent. This particular specimen has been graded as Almost Uncirculated, and it carries a unique physical characteristic: a die shift mint error, which occurred during the striking process in the ancient mint. With a weight of 4.4 grams, equivalent to approximately 0.1300 troy ounces of gold, this ancient coin survives as a tangible artifact of ninth-century Byzantine authority and craftsmanship.

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Specifications

Country	Byzantine Empire
Year	868-886 AD
Grade	Almost Unc (NGC)
Legal-tender face value	AV Solidus
Metal	Gold
Weight	0.1300 troy oz
Diameter	21 mm
Thickness	Varies mm