Description: Basil I the Macedonian | AE Follis Reference: SB 1709 Date: 867-886 CE Obverse: + bASILIOS bASILЄVS *, Basil enthroned facing, wearing crown and loros, and holding labarum and akakia; throne has curved arms and ornamented back Reverse: + bASIL / IOS Єn ΘЄO / bASILЄVS / ROmЄOn; inscription in four lines within beaded border Mint: Constantinople Size: 27.2 mm Weight: 7.22 grams FROM PEASANT TO EMPEROR. A scarce follis of the founding member of the Macedonian dynasty. Despite his humble origins as a Macedonian peasant without any formal education, Basil was an effective and respected monarch. He initiated a complete overhaul of Byzantine law, an effort continued by his successor and ultimately became the Basilika. Because of this, Basil became known as the "second Justinian". On the foreign front, he achieved military success against the heretical Paulicians, whom he subjugated in 872. He also pursued an active policy in the west, allying with Carolingian emperor Louis II against the Arabs, which led to a new period of Byzantine domination in Italy. Policies I apply the highest ethical standards in selling ancient coins. All coins are guaranteed to be genuine and any item found to be otherwise may be returned for a full refund. The most important thing is that you are happy with your new coin(s)! All coins are shipped in PVC-free, archival-grade coin flips and inserts made of acid-free paper Domestic (USA) shipping only, except for international shipments through eBay International Shipping program. If you purchase multiple items please message me before you pay and I will combine the shipping for you. I accept all returns within 30 calendar days upon receipt of the item. No explanation is required for the return, but it would be appreciated. Any item which has been altered from its original state may not be returned. Don't see what you're looking for? Just shoot me a message, I might have it but haven't gotten around to listing it!
Price: 89.99 USD
Location: Canton, Michigan
End Time: 2024-10-12T23:46:48.000Z
Shipping Cost: 5.5 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Denomination: Follis
Historical Period: Byzantine (300-1400 AD)
Composition: Bronze
Year: 867-886
Era: Ancient
Grade: Ungraded
Variety: Basil I
Certification: Uncertified
