Constans II (Constantine), Gold, Solidus, Constantinople, 646/647
Obverse
Frontal bust of Constans II wearing chlamys with tablion ornamented by four pellets and crown with cross on circlet. Beard added by a row of dots around the face. Globus cruciger in right hand.
NCΟΝSΝ-INSPPV'
Reverse
Cross potent on base and three steps.
VICTORI-VB
Symbol
E in right field.
Exergue
CONOB
Obverse
Frontal bust of Constans II wearing chlamys with tablion ornamented by four pellets and crown with cross on circlet. Beard added by a row of dots around the face. Globus cruciger in right hand.
NCΟΝSΝ-INSPPV'
Reverse
Cross potent on base and three steps.
VICTORI-VB
Symbol
E in right field.
Exergue
CONOB
| Accession number | BZC.1971.18 |
|---|---|
| Ruler | Constans II (Constantine) |
| Date of Reign | 641–668 |
| Metal | Gold |
| Denomination | Solidus |
| Mint | Constantinople |
| Date | 646/647 |
| Diameter | 19.0 mm |
| Weight | 4.44 g |
| Relation of Dies | 5:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
From J. Vinchon, 18 January 1971, from a hoard
Commentary
This coin is a solidus of Class If.
MIB 3:236, no. 10.