Alexius I; AE Tetarteron; Virgin Orans/emperor
45,00 €
Description
Alexius I (1081 – 1118). AE Tetarteron, Thessalonica mint. Facing nimbate bust of Virgin Orans, both hands raised, MP-ΘV / ΑΛΞΙ ΔECÎ ; crowned bust of Alexius facing, wearing jewelled chlamys, holding labarum and cross on globe.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE15 |
| Weight [g]: | 1,46 |
| Grade: | F/gF |
| Attribution: | SB 1930 |
| Commentary: | rare; brown and green-grey patina, off-center |
Historical Context
In his struggle against the Normans, Alexius I secured the allegiance of Henry, Count of Monte Sant'Angelo - the last example of Byzantine political influence on peninsular Italy.
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