Maurice, Copper, Follis, Constantinople, 594/595
Obverse
Frontal bust of Maurice in cuirass and plumed helmet. Globus cruciger in right hand, angular shield on left shoulder.
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Reverse
with cross above, Γ below, |N|N|O in left field, and X|II|I in right field.
Exergue
CON
Obverse
Frontal bust of Maurice in cuirass and plumed helmet. Globus cruciger in right hand, angular shield on left shoulder.
NVRICI-TIERPPVCS
Reverse
with cross above, Γ below, |N|N|O in left field, and X|II|I in right field.
Exergue
CON
| Accession number | BZC.1973.20 |
|---|---|
| Catalogue ID | as DOC 1:308, no. 36c |
| Ruler | Maurice |
| Date of Reign | 582–602 |
| Metal | Copper |
| Denomination | Follis |
| Mint | Constantinople |
| Date | 594/595 |
| Diameter | 27.0 mm |
| Weight | 11.33 g |
| Relation of Dies | 7:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
From Matterhorn Trading Company, 18 May 1973, acquired in Turkey
Commentary
MIBEC 147–48, no. 67D.