Constans II (Constantine), Gold, Solidus, Constantinople, 650/651
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.
NCONSΝ-INSΡΡV
Reverse
Cross potent on base and three steps.
VICTORI-V
Exergue
CONOBI
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.
NCONSΝ-INSΡΡV
Reverse
Cross potent on base and three steps.
VICTORI-V
Exergue
CONOBI
| Accession number | BZC.1971.19 |
|---|---|
| Ruler | Constans II (Constantine) |
| Date of Reign | 641–668 |
| Metal | Gold |
| Denomination | Solidus |
| Mint | Constantinople |
| Date | 650/651 |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Weight | 4.47 g |
| Relation of Dies | 7:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
From J. Vinchon, 18 January 1971, from a hoard
Commentary
This coin is a solidus of Class IIh.
Cf. DOC 2.2:424, no. (18a).
MIB 3:238, no. 22.