Constans II (Constantine), Copper, Follis, Constantinople, 651/652
Obverse
Frontal bust of Constans II with short beard wearing chlamys and crown with cross. Globus cruciger in right hand.
]ΓCO[ ]
Reverse
with I above, N|E|O| in right field, and B below.
Obverse
Frontal bust of Constans II with short beard wearing chlamys and crown with cross. Globus cruciger in right hand.
]ΓCO[ ]
Reverse
with I above, N|E|O| in right field, and B below.
| Accession number | BZC.1969.25.2 |
|---|---|
| Catalogue ID | as DOC 2.2:398, no. (6) |
| Ruler | Constans II (Constantine) |
| Date of Reign | 641–668 |
| Metal | Copper |
| Denomination | Follis |
| Mint | Constantinople |
| Date | 651/652 |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Relation of Dies | 7:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
Purchased from Henry Weller, 2 July 1969
Commentary
According to Philip Grierson, the identification and date of the coin are still quite uncertain. The Γ for COis quite clear, but the last letter (the abbreviated ) is not. Cécile Morrisson confirmed the identification. Zooming in on the image reveals that the portrait is of a short-bearded emperor who looks like Constans II on other coins. Therefore this coin is most likely one with the Inper Const legend, issued in year 11 (651/652).
MIB 3:249, no. 169.