Constans II (Constantine), Gold, Solidus, Constantinople, 654-659
Obverse
Frontal bust of Constans II with long beard at left. Frontal bust of Constantine IV, beardless, at right. Each wears chlamys and crown with cross on circlet. Cross between heads.
NCΟΝSΝINCCONSI
Reverse
Cross potent on base and three steps.
VICTORI-V
Exergue
CONOB
Obverse
Frontal bust of Constans II with long beard at left. Frontal bust of Constantine IV, beardless, at right. Each wears chlamys and crown with cross on circlet. Cross between heads.
NCΟΝSΝINCCONSI
Reverse
Cross potent on base and three steps.
VICTORI-V
Exergue
CONOB
| Accession number | BZC.1969.51 |
|---|---|
| Catalogue ID | as DOC 2.2:427, no. (25e) |
| Ruler | Constans II (Constantine) |
| Date of Reign | 641–668 |
| Associated Authority | Constantine IV |
| Metal | Gold |
| Denomination | Solidus |
| Mint | Constantinople |
| Date | 654 – 659 |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Weight | 4.32 g |
| Relation of Dies | 6:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
From Joel Malter, 16 September 1969
Commentary
This coin is a solidus of Class IVa.
MIB 3:238–39, no. 26 (E) (citing this coin as DO [n.a.]).