Nicephorus Basilacius. Usurper, 1078. Æ Follis (30mm, 7.01 g, 5h). Thessalonica mint.

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Nicephorus Basilacius. Usurper, 1078. Æ Follis (30mm, 7.01 g, 5h). Thessalonica mint. Facing bust of Christ Pantokrator; IC XC across fields / Jewelled patriarchal cross with central X set on base; C B/ N B in quarters. DOC 2c (Nicephorus Bryennius); SB 1890. Earthen green-brown patina. Fine.

Nicephorus Basilacius was a rebel general who held the city of Thessalonica during the summer of 1078, revolting against the legitimate emperor Nicephorus III, Botaniates. He was overcome by Alexius Comnenus, a loyal general, but one who soon turned against Botaniates when Alexius' brother-in-law, Nicephorus Melissenus, also revolted.

Closing Date and Time: 26 May 2021 at 12:51:00 ET.

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