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Gold Hyperpyron of Emperor Alexios I Komnenos of Byzantium (r. 1081-1118), mint of Constantinople

Neck rings, such as this imposing gold example, are cited in early sources as playing a role both in the glorification of military heroes and in coronation ceremonies. This pectoral necklace is composed of a plain, hollow neck ring attached to a…

Gold coin of Heraclius I, minted in Constantinople.

Technical Observations: The patina is dark green with spots of red. White accretions are also present in the inscribed lines. All edges are smooth from handling. The incised lines have been roughly cleaned, making it difficult to see the nature of…