Phocas AV Solidus. Constantinople, AD 603-607. O N FOCAS PЄRP AVC, draped and cuirassed bust facing, wearing crown without pendilia, holding globus cruciger / VICTORIA AVCC I, angel standing facing, holding staff surmounted by staurogram and globus cruciger; CONOB in exergue. MIBE 7; DOC 5j; Sear 618. 4.48g, 22mm, 6h.
Mint State; mirror-like surfaces. Previously NGC graded MS 5/5 - 4/5 (#5782097-002).
Ex Roma Numismatics Ltd., E-Sale 93, 6 January 2022, lot 1400;
Acquired from Oslo Myntgalleri AS.
Price realized | 850 GBP |
Starting price | 450 GBP |
Estimate | 750 GBP |