Byzantine Empire Bronze Coin - Attributed To Basil Ii And Constantine Viii, 976 Ad

Overview

A Bronze Coin Accompanied By A Handwritten Note Attributing It To The Byzantine Empire During The Reign Of Basil Ii And Constantine Viii, Circa 976 Ad. The Note Describes The Obverse As Depicting The Face Of Christ Holding The Book Of Gospel. The Coin Shows Heavy Wear And Corrosion, With Design Details Largely Obscured On Both Sides. Refer To Images.

Buyers Should Conduct Their Own Research Regarding Attribution And Authenticity. The Handwritten Note Is The Only Identification Provided With This Coin.

Condition Notes

* Heavy Surface Encrustation And Corrosion Across Both Faces
* Extensive Green Verdigris (Copper Corrosion) Deposits, Particularly Prominent On The Reverse
* Design Elements On Both Obverse And Reverse Are Heavily Worn And Largely Illegible
* Irregular Edge Profile With Minor Losses
* Faint Relief Visible On The Obverse Suggesting A Figure, Though Details Are Not Clearly Discernible
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Specifications

* Type: Bronze Coin
* Attributed Period: Byzantine Empire, 976 Ad (Per Accompanying Note)
* Attributed Rulers: Basil Ii And Constantine Viii (Per Accompanying Note)
* Condition Grade: Poor
* Certificate Of Authenticity: Not Present997592+118

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