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One of two Byzantine coins found c.1964-5, outside Istanbul in ploughed fields, along the seacoast (European side).: CM.329-2002

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Titles

One of two Byzantine coins found c.1964-5, outside Istanbul in ploughed fields, along the seacoast (European side).

Maker(s)

Mint: Constantinople
Ruler: Michael III (842-867)

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Description

Michael III (842-67), AE follis, Constantinople mint, rev. bASIL IhS REX*, emperor facing (DOC III.1, 467.8), 6.72g; 27mm.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2002-04-22) by Robbins, Anne

Dating

Production date: AD 0842

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Weight 6.72 g

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.329-2002
Primary reference Number: 257241
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Audit data

Created: Tuesday 10 November 2020 Updated: Friday 15 October 2021 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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