Constantine IV, Copper, Decanummium, Constantinople, 684/685?
Obverse
Three-quarter view bust of Constantine IV bearded, wearing cuirass and helmet with diadem, the ties of which are visible to the left. Spear held behind head in right hand, shield with horseman device on left shoulder. No inscription.
Reverse
I with cross in left field and in right field.
Obverse
Three-quarter view bust of Constantine IV bearded, wearing cuirass and helmet with diadem, the ties of which are visible to the left. Spear held behind head in right hand, shield with horseman device on left shoulder. No inscription.
Reverse
I with cross in left field and in right field.
| Accession number | BZC.1970.27.12 |
|---|---|
| Ruler | Constantine IV |
| Date of Reign | 668–685 |
| Metal | Copper |
| Denomination | Decanummium |
| Mint | Constantinople |
| Date | 684/685? |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Weight | 3.99 g |
| Relation of Dies | 1:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
From Henry Weller, 1 July 1970
Commentary
Grierson believes this decanummium belongs to a new class, Class 3, with diadem tails and shield.
Cf. DOC 2.2:543–44, no. 39.
MIB 3:94.