Turkish Ancient Byzantine Bronze Coin Pendant

Coppery coin in a wavy bright frame, hanging from a sparkly bail.

This is an ancient Byzantine bronze coin pendant. It is byzantium, byzantium / constantinople, istanbul, turkey. Ancient coins are often made into pendants by mounting them in a setting, and the worn images and inscriptions on the surface are usually kept visible. Dark reddish-brown disc with worn relief and a few readable letters. Four prongs hold it inside a hammered, wavy, bright metallic border. A large polished loop is attached above for hanging. It is 1 inches long and 1.5 high.

Old pocket change, newly dressed for the neck.