Constans II (Constantine), Copper, Follis, Constantinople, 668
Obverse
Frontal bust of Constans II with long beard, wearing helmet without cross. No inscription.
Symbol
K in right field.
Reverse
M with bust of Constantine IV above, bust of Herkleios to left, bust of Tiberios to right, and Γ below. Each emperor wears chlamys and crown with cross and holds globus cruciger in right hand.
Obverse
Frontal bust of Constans II with long beard, wearing helmet without cross. No inscription.
Symbol
K in right field.
Reverse
M with bust of Constantine IV above, bust of Herkleios to left, bust of Tiberios to right, and Γ below. Each emperor wears chlamys and crown with cross and holds globus cruciger in right hand.
| Accession number | BZC.1972.43 |
|---|---|
| Ruler | Constans II (Constantine) |
| Date of Reign | 641–668 |
| Associated Authority | Constantine IV Herakleios (son of Constans II) Tiberios (son of Constans II) |
| Metal | Copper |
| Denomination | Follis |
| Mint | Constantinople |
| Date | 668 |
| Diameter | 18.0 x 26.0 mm |
| Weight | 4.88 g |
| Relation of Dies | 6:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
From J. Schulman, list 203, no. 633
Commentary
This coin is a follis of Class IIb.
Cf. DOC 2.2:459, no. 89a (which has ).
MIB 3:251, no. 177c (citing this coin as DO [n.a.]).