★ An attractive solidus of Constans II ★
Constans II, with Constantine IV, Heraclius, and Tiberius, 641-668. Solidus (Gold, 18 mm, 4.47 g, 6 h), Constantinopolis, 661-663. d N AN Facing bust of Constans II, with long beard, on the left, wearing plumed helmet ornamented with cross and chlamys, and Constantine IV, on the right, wearing crown surmounted by cross and chlamys; between them, small cross. Rev. VICTORIA AVςЧ S Ƨ (vertically) / CONOB Heraclius, on the left, and Tiberius, on the right, standing facing, each holding globus cruciger; between them, cross potent on base set on three steps. DOC 33 var. (unlisted with this officina). MIB 38. SB 967. A few minor nicks, otherwise, nearly extremely fine.
From a European collection, acquired before 2021.
Price realized | 1'150 CHF |
Starting price | 100 CHF |