Constantine V, Gold, Nomisma, Syracuse, 751-775
Obverse
Frontal busts of Constantine V, bearded, at left, and Leo IV, beardless, at right, each wearing chlamys and crown with cross on circlet. Cross between their heads. Inscription not visible because of clipping.
Reverse
Frontal bust of Leo III, bearded, wearing loros and crown with cross on circlet. Cross potent on base held outwards in right hand.
Obverse
Frontal busts of Constantine V, bearded, at left, and Leo IV, beardless, at right, each wearing chlamys and crown with cross on circlet. Cross between their heads. Inscription not visible because of clipping.
Reverse
Frontal bust of Leo III, bearded, wearing loros and crown with cross on circlet. Cross potent on base held outwards in right hand.
| Accession number | BZC.2001.1 |
|---|---|
| Catalogue ID | as DOC 3.1:308–10, no. 15 |
| Ruler | Constantine V |
| Date of Reign | 741–775 |
| Associated Authority | Leo III Leo IV |
| Metal | Gold |
| Denomination | Nomisma |
| Mint | Syracuse |
| Date | 751 – 775 |
| Diameter | 13.0 mm |
| Weight | 1.61 g |
| Relation of Dies | 6:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
| Condition | Clipped |
Acquisition History
Purchased from Mrs. Musya Kazhdan. Found in Cherson and given to Professor Aleksander Kazhdan, according to Mrs. Kazhdan.