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FINEST GRADE LARGE "IN JESUS CHRIST, VICTORY" ANCIENT ROMAN CHRISTIAN BYZANTINE BRONZE COIN PENDANT IN 14KY GOLD 1034 - 1041 A.D. This investment-grade, stunning and large ancient Roman bronze Byzantine coin is set in a 14KY gold which perfectly compliments beautiful chocolate ancient brown patina. This coin is called an anonymous bronze Folles because the ruling emperor was not depicted on the obverse but instead, Christ. The reverse which has been mounted facing out as shown, boldly states its message of medieval Roman Christianity, "IN JESUS CHRIST, VICTORY" . An impressive antiquity of ancient Christianity and highly recommended. An impressive antiquity of ancient Christianity and highly recommended. This coin was minted under the rule of Michael IV. Amongst all the ones we have used of this type, this is one of the best ever! In the recent years, these undervalued coins have fast appreciated in the collector market and this one is of the finest possible quality, period! The decorated beaded cross in the middle of the coin is probably one of the most attractive design types of all the anonymous folles issues. The obverse side (not shown) shows a well-detailed standing Christ holding the gospels. His hair, face, robe and halo are all plainly visible with rarely seen detail. This pendant is not able to worn on either side but the reverse of the piece is visible to see the coin's other side. Rarely do we come across a coin of this size and preservation not to mention well-centered strike artwork. If you have been wanting a superb pendant (and a large one, as well!) of this coin, do not hesitate to grab this one. It is even better in person and certainly, a breathtakingly impressive piece when worn! The anonymous bronze folles series was a revolutionary design in Byzantine coinage. For countless centuries even dating back to the early Roman Empire, coins always featured an emperor and promoted the emperor's rule. As Christianity dominated the Roman Byzantine Empire, a break from tradition was instituted in their coin folles issues to purposely promote Christ and not a man, not even the emperor himself during his own rule. This was in keeping with Christian beliefs that man is insignificant in the light of God and no man should be worshipped but God alone. These coins typically feature an image of Christ looking straight at you on the obverse side with the reverse boldly written in Greek, "In Christ, Victory" or "Jesus Christ, King of Kings". More rare are the coins that substitute a beautiful beaded cross in place of the writing. As a modern representative of one's Christian beliefs, wearing a pendant featuring one of these genuine ancient and magnificent coins of Christ is a far more unique display of one's faith compared to a modern made, mass-produced cross on a chain. Overall diameter is 29 mm, between the sizes of a U.S. silver dollar and half dollar coin. CPB026 SOLD COMES WITH A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY / HISTORY SHEET *** shown with optional CHAIN B, not included |
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