Constans II (Constantine), Gold, Solidus, Constantinople, 642-647
Obverse
Frontal bust of Constans II, beardless, wearing chlamys with tablion ornamented by four pellets and crown with cross on circlet. Globus cruciger in right hand.
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Reverse
Cross potent on base and three steps.
VICTORI-VB
Exergue
CONOBS
Obverse
Frontal bust of Constans II, beardless, wearing chlamys with tablion ornamented by four pellets and crown with cross on circlet. Globus cruciger in right hand.
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Reverse
Cross potent on base and three steps.
VICTORI-VB
Exergue
CONOBS
| Accession number | BZC.1971.20 |
|---|---|
| Ruler | Constans II (Constantine) |
| Date of Reign | 641–668 |
| Metal | Gold |
| Denomination | Solidus |
| Mint | Constantinople |
| Date | 642 – 647 |
| Diameter | 19.0 mm |
| Weight | 4.46 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 Ic. Cf. DOC 2.2:421, no. 3.1 (similar).
MIB 3:236, no. 7a.