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The AV histamenon nomisma gold coins of the Byzantine Empire formed the backbone of Mediterranean trade following the collapse of the Western Roman Empire. Byzantine gold coins of this era were known for their rich spiritual iconography and high gold purity, providing the empire with a stable currency during a period of general strife. This Byzantine Empire AV Hist. Nomisma comes from the era of Nicephorus II and Basil II, with a Choice About Uncirculated grade from the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation. Right now, Byzantine Empire Nicephorus II & Basil II AV Hist. Nomisma Coins are available from JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
The Byzantine Empire Nicephorus II & Basil II AV Hist. Nomisma Coin offered here comes in Choice AU condition with impressive 5/5 strike and 4/5 surface grades. The 5/5 strike indicates a coin with strongly struck, well-centered designs, while the 4/5 surface grade points to a coin with above-average luster and minimal wear and tear from handling.
Though Nicephorus II and Basil II are featured together on this coin, their reigns did not coincide with each other. Instead, the two leaders reigned during the apex of the Byzantine Empire’s power, with both figures expanding the empire’s reach and strengthening its military footing in Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Across the reign of both figures, and in the case of this joint issue, their effigies appeared on the coin along with the popular Christ Pantokrator design, an image that captures Christ with the gospels in hand.
For the obverse of the Byzantine Empire Nicephorus II & Basil II AV Hist. Nomisma, you will find the iconic enthroned bust of Jesus Christ. Known as the Christ Pantokrator, this ornate design shows Christ holding the gospels. In the reverse design of this coin, the portraits of Nicephorus II & Basil II are shown together in the design field, with a sceptre topped with a Christian cross at the top between the two figures.
If you have any questions about buying ancient gold coins, please feel free to ask. JM Bullion customer service is available at 800-276-6508, online using our web chat, and via our email address.
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The AV histamenon nomisma gold coins of the Byzantine Empire formed the backbone of Mediterranean trade following the collapse of the Western Roman Empire. Byzantine gold coins of this era were known for their rich spiritual iconography and high gold purity, providing the empire with a stable currency during a period of general strife. This Byzantine Empire AV Hist. Nomisma comes from the era of Nicephorus II and Basil II, with a Choice About Uncirculated grade from the Numismatic Guaranty Corporation. Right now, Byzantine Empire Nicephorus II & Basil II AV Hist. Nomisma Coins are available from JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
The Byzantine Empire Nicephorus II & Basil II AV Hist. Nomisma Coin offered here comes in Choice AU condition with impressive 5/5 strike and 4/5 surface grades. The 5/5 strike indicates a coin with strongly struck, well-centered designs, while the 4/5 surface grade points to a coin with above-average luster and minimal wear and tear from handling.
Though Nicephorus II and Basil II are featured together on this coin, their reigns did not coincide with each other. Instead, the two leaders reigned during the apex of the Byzantine Empire’s power, with both figures expanding the empire’s reach and strengthening its military footing in Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Across the reign of both figures, and in the case of this joint issue, their effigies appeared on the coin along with the popular Christ Pantokrator design, an image that captures Christ with the gospels in hand.
For the obverse of the Byzantine Empire Nicephorus II & Basil II AV Hist. Nomisma, you will find the iconic enthroned bust of Jesus Christ. Known as the Christ Pantokrator, this ornate design shows Christ holding the gospels. In the reverse design of this coin, the portraits of Nicephorus II & Basil II are shown together in the design field, with a sceptre topped with a Christian cross at the top between the two figures.
If you have any questions about buying ancient gold coins, please feel free to ask. JM Bullion customer service is available at 800-276-6508, online using our web chat, and via our email address.
