Constans II (Constantine), Gold, Solidus, Carthage, 653/654
Obverse
At left, frontal bust of Constans II with long beard wearing crown with cross and holding globus cruciger in right hand. At right, frontal bust of Constantine IV, beardless, wearing crown with cross.
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Reverse
Cross potent on base and three steps.
VICTO-AAGIB
Symbol
P in right field.
Exergue
CONOB
Obverse
At left, frontal bust of Constans II with long beard wearing crown with cross and holding globus cruciger in right hand. At right, frontal bust of Constantine IV, beardless, wearing crown with cross.
DNCON[
Reverse
Cross potent on base and three steps.
VICTO-AAGIB
Symbol
P in right field.
Exergue
CONOB
| Accession number | BZC.1999.3 |
|---|---|
| Catalogue ID | as DOC 2.2:472, no. (122) |
| Ruler | Constans II (Constantine) |
| Date of Reign | 641–668 |
| Associated Authority | Constantine IV |
| Metal | Gold |
| Denomination | Solidus |
| Mint | Carthage |
| Date | 653/654 |
| Diameter | 10.0 mm |
| Weight | 4.38 g |
| Relation of Dies | 6:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
A. H. Baldwin's Selection
Commentary
MIB 3:243, no. 67.