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.
Symbol
K in right field.
Reverse
with cross above, |N| in left field, NE in right field, and B below.
Obverse
Frontal bust of Constans II with long beard wearing crown with cross. Globus cruciger in right hand. No inscription.
Symbol
K in right field.
Reverse
with cross above, |N| in left field, NE in right field, and B below.
| Accession number | BZC.1970.27.8 |
|---|---|
| Ruler | Constans II (Constantine) |
| Date of Reign | 641–668 |
| Metal | Copper |
| Denomination | Half Follis |
| Mint | Constantinople |
| Date | 665 – 668 |
| Diameter | 19.0 mm |
| Weight | 1.98 g |
| Relation of Dies | 6:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
From Henry Weller, 1 July 1970
Commentary
This coin is a half follis of Class 6. Cf. DOC 2.2:463, no. 95a (with officina letter A).
MIB 3:252–53, no. 185.