Persian-ruled Syria, Copper, Follis, Imitation, Uncertain Mint, 623/624
Obverse
Justin II on left and Sophia on right, both nimbate and seated on lyre-backed throne. Justin II holds a globus cruciger in right hand, Sophia holds a cruciform scepter transversely.
VSTV - ΗVV
Obverse
Justin II on left and Sophia on right, both nimbate and seated on lyre-backed throne. Justin II holds a globus cruciger in right hand, Sophia holds a cruciform scepter transversely.
VSTV - ΗVV
Reverse
Μ with cross above, Α|Ν|Ν in left field, X|ΙΙΙ|Ι in right field, and Δ below.
Exergue
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Accession number | BZC.2013.003.27 |
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Ruler | Persian-ruled Syria |
Metal | Copper |
Denomination | Follis |
Mint | Uncertain Mint |
Date | 623/624 |
Diameter | 26.0 mm |
Weight | 12.17 g |
Relation of Dies | 1:00 |
Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
Dr. Roger Lemaire, 2013
Commentary
An imitative follis of class V (1) (Justin II and Sophia) minted in northern Syria under Persian rule.
H. Pottier, “Le monnayage de la Syrie sous l’occupation perse (610–630): Complément,” 464, no. 80.4.