The Byzantine Empire
The revolt of the Heraclii, 608 – 610
Solidus, military mint in the East 608, AV 4.55 g. D N eRACLIO – CONSVLI BA Facing busts of Heraclius, to l., and his father the Exarch on r.; both are bearded, bareheaded and wearing consular robes. Cross between heads. Rev. VICTORI – A AVGGG Cross potent on four steps; beneath, CONOB. DO 10.1 (Alexandria, this obverse die) MIBE 4 (this obverse die). Sear 718 (Alexandria).
Extremely rare and in unusually fine condition for the issue.
Minor areas of weakness, otherwise extremely fine
Price realized | 24'000 CHF |
Starting price | 16'000 CHF |
Estimate | 20'000 CHF |