Isaak II Angelos; AE Tetarteron, Thessalonica; Archangel Michael/emperor
Description:
Isaak II Angelos (1185 - 1195). AE Tetarteron, Thessalonica mint. O X AP - X MI; Half-length bust of archangel Michael facing, holding sceptre and globus cruciger / ICA AK IOC - ΔEC ΠO THC; half-length bust of Isaac facing, holding cruciform sceptre and akakia.
Diameter:
AE21 mm
Weight:
4,32 g
Grade:
VF/VF
Attribution:
Sear 2005
Commentary:
olive-grey patina, great details for type
History:
Isaak II was one of only two Byzantine emperors who ruled twice - the other one being Justinian II.
Article Number:
006-01-02-45017