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Staurakios
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Staurakios or Stauracius was the shortest-reigning Byzantine emperor, ruling for 68 days between 26 July and 2 October 811.
Staurakios (above) retreats with his remaining forces, while Nikephoros I (below) is captured by the Bulgarians. Miniature from the 14th century Manasses Chronicle.
Staurakios (above) retreats with his remaining forces, while Nikephoros I (below) is captured by the Bulgarians. Miniature from the 14th century Manas
A solidus bearing the image of Staurakios (left) and Nikephoros I (right)
A solidus bearing the image of Staurakios (left) and Nikephoros I (right)
Byzantine Empire under the Isaurian dynasty
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The Byzantine Empire was ruled by the Isaurian dynasty from 717 to 802. The Isaurian emperors were successful in defending and consolidating the empire against the caliphates after the onslaught of th
Gold solidus of Leo III showing his son and heir, Constantine V
Gold solidus of Leo III showing his son and heir, Constantine V
Folio from the 9th century iconophile Chludov Psalter, likening the iconoclasts, shown painting over an image of Christ, with the soldiers who crucifi
Folio from the 9th century iconophile Chludov Psalter, likening the iconoclasts, shown painting over an image of Christ, with the soldiers who crucified him
Gold solidus showing Irene alongside her son Constantine VI
Gold solidus showing Irene alongside her son Constantine VI