Constans II (Constantine), Copper, Half Follis, Constantinople, 665-668
Obverse
Frontal bust of Constans II with long beard wearing crown with cross. Globus cruciger in right hand. No inscription.
Reverse
K with NE| in right field and Γ below.
Obverse
Frontal bust of Constans II with long beard wearing crown with cross. Globus cruciger in right hand. No inscription.
Reverse
K with NE| in right field and Γ below.
| Accession number | BZC.1970.27.10 |
|---|---|
| Catalogue ID | as DOC 2.2:463, no. 95b.3 |
| Ruler | Constans II (Constantine) |
| Date of Reign | 641–668 |
| Metal | Copper |
| Denomination | Half Follis |
| Mint | Constantinople |
| Date | 665 – 668 |
| Diameter | 17.0 mm |
| Weight | 2.71 g |
| Relation of Dies | 7:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
From Henry Weller, 1 July 1970
Commentary
This coin was struck on a triangular flan and was overstruck on an earlier coin of which |N to left is visible on the obverse, and a long cross, possibly held by standing figure, is visible to the left on the reverse.