Byzantine coin of John II, 1118-1143. Obverse: bust of Saint Demetrius, facing front; he has a halo; he wears a military cloak; to left, he holds a sword. Reverse: Bust of John II, facing front; he wears a loros, an embroidered and jewelled scarf; to left, he holds a labarum, a military standard; to right, he holds a globus cruciger.

• History Of Use

  “Half Tetarteron” (denomination); Sear# 1955.

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• Type of Item coin
• Culture Byzantine
• Material bronze metal
• Measurements height 0.1 cm, diameter 1.7 cm (overall)

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• Previous Owner David Herman
• Received from David Herman

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• Made in Thessalonica

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• Creation Date between 1118 and 1143
• Ownership Date before February 2, 2015
• Acquisition Date on February 2, 2015

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• Item Classes metalwork
• Condition fair
• Accession Number 3095/1508