Byzantine Empire. - Attributed to Romanus III (AD 1028-1034). Follis (No reserve price)

The bronze follis attributed to Romanus III, Byzantine emperor from AD 1028 to 1034, reflects the mature middle Byzantine monetary system. Follis coins were widely circulated, facilitating trade and tax payments in the empire. Romanus III’s reign was characterized by attempts at administrative reform and military campaigns. Coins from this period typically combine imperial imagery with religious iconography, underscoring the emperor’s divine right to rule and the continuity of Roman traditions adapted to Byzantine culture. Collectors and historians study these coins to understand Byzantine political history, economy, and artistic developments in the 11th century.