Constans II (Constantine), Gold, Solidus, Carthage, 644/645
Obverse
Frontal bust of Constans II beardless wearing chlamys and crown with trefoil on circlet. Globus cruciger in right hand.
DONVT-SVNVP
Reverse
Cross potent on base and three steps.
VICTORI-VIIΓ
Symbol
P in right field.
Exergue
CONOB
Obverse
Frontal bust of Constans II beardless wearing chlamys and crown with trefoil on circlet. Globus cruciger in right hand.
DONVT-SVNVP
Reverse
Cross potent on base and three steps.
VICTORI-VIIΓ
Symbol
P in right field.
Exergue
CONOB
| Accession number | BZC.1970.26 |
|---|---|
| Ruler | Constans II (Constantine) |
| Date of Reign | 641–668 |
| Metal | Gold |
| Denomination | Solidus |
| Mint | Carthage |
| Date | 644/645 |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Weight | 4.37 g |
| Relation of Dies | 6:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
Purchased from Cécile Morrisson, 1 July 1970, acquired in Tunisia
Commentary
This coin is a solidus of Class Ib. Variant of DOC 2.2:469, no. 108. Grierson wonders if Γ is the third indiction, 644/645.
MIB 3:57 (citing this coin as DO [n.a.] together with two other specimens for this third indiction).