Maurice, Copper, Pentanummium, Constantinople, 582-602
Obverse
Bust of Maurice facing right and wearing diadem. Pellet border.
[ ] - VIPIC
Reverse
E with cross in right field, all within wreath-like border.
Obverse
Bust of Maurice facing right and wearing diadem. Pellet border.
[ ] - VIPIC
Reverse
E with cross in right field, all within wreath-like border.
| Accession number | BZC.1956.23.2448 |
|---|---|
| Ruler | Maurice |
| Date of Reign | 582–602 |
| Metal | Copper |
| Denomination | Pentanummium |
| Mint | Constantinople |
| Date | 582 – 602 |
| Diameter | 14.0 mm |
| Weight | 1.9 g |
| Relation of Dies | 7:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
From Bertelé, 1956
Commentary
This coin, along with BZC.1956.23.2449, was omitted from DOC 1 because it was thought to be from the reign of Herakleios. Grierson omitted them from DOC 2 because it seemed unreasonable to create a class for Herakleios on the basis of two quite illegible coins. He was uncertain where they really belonged. Hahn (MIBEC 152, no. 74A) gives them to Maurice. Like half folles, pentanummia bear no mint mark and are attributed on a stylistic basis.
Compare to DOC 1:319, no. 68e.