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Byzantine “Portrait Of Christ” Coin // 969 - 976 AD

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This Byzantine coin during the reign of John I is the first time Jesus was depicted on a coin. Classified as an A1 bronze follis, the coin shows Christ facing with the book of Gospels. The writing reads "Jesus Christ King of King" in four lines with ornaments above and below.

Product Details
  • Measurements
    1.125"L x 1.0625"W x 0.097"H
  • OriginTurkey

— Reign of John I, 969 - 976 AD
— 27.5mm
— 10.26 g
— IҺSЧS/ XRISTЧS/ ЬASILЄЧ/ ЬASILЄ Reads "Jesus Christ King of Kings"
— ref: DOC A2.41; SB 1818 for type
— Ex- Classical Numismatic Group (CNG)

Accompanied by a hand-signed certificate of authenticity which includes all the details, culture, dating, motifs/inscriptions when applicable, historical relevance, and provenance.

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