Persian-ruled Syria, Copper, Follis, Imitation, Uncertain Mint, 615/616
Obverse
Justin II at left and Sophia at right, both nimbate and seated on a throne. Justin II holds globus cruciger in right hand, Sophia holds cruciform scepter transversely.
ONΙSTΙ - [ S]VV
Reverse
M with cross above, Α|| in left field, Ϛ in right field, and Β below.
Exergue
[ ]ΚΟ
Obverse
Justin II at left and Sophia at right, both nimbate and seated on a throne. Justin II holds globus cruciger in right hand, Sophia holds cruciform scepter transversely.
ONΙSTΙ - [ S]VV
Reverse
M with cross above, Α|| in left field, Ϛ in right field, and Β below.
Exergue
[ ]ΚΟ
| Accession number | BZC.2013.003.31 |
|---|---|
| Ruler | Persian-ruled Syria |
| Metal | Copper |
| Denomination | Follis |
| Mint | Uncertain Mint |
| Date | 615/616 |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Weight | 9.18 g |
| Relation of Dies | 12:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
| Condition | Worn |
Acquisition History
Dr. Roger Lemaire, 2013
Commentary
An imitative follis of class V (2) (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,” 463, no. 68.1b (this coin).