House of Emirates® is proud to present its elite clientele with an exceptional and historically powerful Byzantine silver miliaresion struck during the reign of Basil II “Bulgaroktonos” and Constantine VIII (AD 976–1025), one of the most celebrated periods of medieval imperial dominance.
This Silver Miliaresion, minted in Constantinople, embodies the authority and divine legitimacy of the Macedonian dynasty. The obverse features a commanding cross on three steps, a potent symbol of Christian imperial rule, enhanced by sacred iconography including an X at the intersection and a crescent on the shaft. Flanking the cross are the frontal busts of Emperor Basil II and his co-emperor brother Constantine VIII, rendered with solemn dignity, emphasizing unity, continuity, and dynastic strength.
The reverse bears a majestic five-line Greek inscription proclaiming the emperors as “faithful rulers, purple-born emperors of the Romans,” framed within a triple border and complemented by ornamental devices above and below—hallmarks of refined Byzantine mint craftsmanship.
Struck in fine silver, this coin weighs 3.26 grams and measures 27.14 mm, retaining sharp legends and clear iconography consistent with its Very Fine condition. Referenced as Sear Byzantine Coins 1810 (SB 1810), this miliaresion is a highly desirable acquisition for discerning collectors of Byzantine numismatics, medieval imperial history, and Christian coinage.
A tangible relic of Basil II’s legendary reign—marked by military triumph, administrative strength, and the consolidation of Byzantine power—this coin stands as both an investment-grade collectible and a museum-worthy testament to imperial Rome’s eastern legacy.
