Coin

MOA: University of British Columbia

3095/1607

Byzantine coin from the 14th century (possibly Andronicus II - Andronicus III?). Obverse: three large letters, which say ‘NI’ and then an upside down ‘U’. Reverse: two figures, standing and facing front; between them, they hold a labarum, which is a military standard; to left, inscription says 'SSN'.

  • Narrative

    Collector’s envelope suggests this coin was from the reign of Andronicus II and Andronicus III.


  • Type of Item coin
  • Culture Byzantine
  • Material bronze metal
  • Measurements height 0.1 cm, diameter 1.9 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner David Herman
  • Received from David Herman

  • Made in Turkey

  • Creation Date between 1300 and 1350
  • Ownership Date before February 2, 2015
  • Acquisition Date on February 2, 2015

  • Item Classes metalwork
  • Condition fair
  • Accession Number 3095/1607