Constans II (Constantine), Copper, Half Follis, Constantinople, 659/660
Obverse
Helmeted frontal bust of Constans II with long beard. Globus cruciger in right hand.
Symbol
K in right field.
Obverse
Helmeted frontal bust of Constans II with long beard. Globus cruciger in right hand.
Symbol
K in right field.
Reverse
with cross above, |N|N| in left field, IΘ in right field, and B below.
Accession number | BZC.1972.44 |
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Ruler | Constans II (Constantine) |
Date of Reign | 641–668 |
Metal | Copper |
Denomination | Half Follis |
Mint | Constantinople |
Date | 659/660 |
Diameter | 17.0 mm |
Weight | 2.6 g |
Relation of Dies | 6:00 |
Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
From J. Schulman, list 203, no. 636, 5 December 1972
Commentary
On the coin's obverse, there is a trace of double striking. There are no coins of this type in DOC. The related obverse of DOC 2.2:463–67, Class 6 (undated), shows Constans II wearing a crown with cross. The NN shows contamination with the N|NE of Class 6, which Grierson ascribes to the 660s to make them contemporary with similar decanummia dated years 20–24 (660/661–664/665). It looks as if the decanummia may be several classes.
MIB 3:251, no. 184.