Byzantine Empire (491-1204)
Heraclius. Gold Solidus (4.44 g), 610-641. Carthage, or perhaps a mint in Sardinia, Indicional year 5 (616/7). d N ERACLIVS ET ERA CONST PP E, crowned and draped busts of Heraclius, on left, and Heraclius Constantine, on right, facing; cross above. Reverse: VICTOR-IA AVGG E, cross potent set on two steps; CONOB. DOC 207.1; SB 867. NGC grade XF; Strike: 5/5, Surface: 3/5. Ex jewelry. Estimated Value $500
Ex The William Oldknow Collection.