Constans II (Constantine), Gold, Solidus, Constantinople, 647/648
Obverse
Frontal bust of Constans II with short beard, wearing chlamys with tablion ornamented by four pellets, and crown with cross on circlet. Globus cruciger in right hand.
NCΟΝSN-INSΡΡV
Reverse
Cross potent on base and three steps.
VICTORI-VSB
Symbol
S in right field.
Exergue
CONOB
Obverse
Frontal bust of Constans II with short beard, wearing chlamys with tablion ornamented by four pellets, and crown with cross on circlet. Globus cruciger in right hand.
NCΟΝSN-INSΡΡV
Reverse
Cross potent on base and three steps.
VICTORI-VSB
Symbol
S in right field.
Exergue
CONOB
| Accession number | BZC.1971.17 |
|---|---|
| Ruler | Constans II (Constantine) |
| Date of Reign | 641–668 |
| Metal | Gold |
| Denomination | Solidus |
| Mint | Constantinople |
| Date | 647/648 |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Weight | 4.37 g |
| Relation of Dies | 6:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
From J. Vinchon, 18 January 1971, from a hoard
Commentary
This coin is a solidus of Class II(a).
Cf. DOC 2.2:423, no. 11a.
MIB 3:236–37, no. 14.