Constans II (Constantine), Gold, Solidus, Carthage, 659-662
Obverse
Frontal bust of Constans II at left with long beard wearing crown with cross. To right, frontal bust of Constantine IV, beardless, wearing crown with cross. Traces of inscription letters at 12h.
Reverse
Tall cross on Θ at center. To left and right, frontal busts of Herakleios and Tiberios, each beardless, wearing crown with cross, and holding globus cruciger in right hand. No inscription.
Obverse
Frontal bust of Constans II at left with long beard wearing crown with cross. To right, frontal bust of Constantine IV, beardless, wearing crown with cross. Traces of inscription letters at 12h.
Reverse
Tall cross on Θ at center. To left and right, frontal busts of Herakleios and Tiberios, each beardless, wearing crown with cross, and holding globus cruciger in right hand. No inscription.
| Accession number | BZC.2015.019 |
|---|---|
| Ruler | Constans II (Constantine) |
| Date of Reign | 641–668 |
| Associated Authority | Constantine IV Herakleios (son of Constans II) Tiberios (son of Constans II) |
| Metal | Gold |
| Denomination | Solidus |
| Mint | Carthage |
| Date | 659 – 662 |
| Diameter | 10.4 mm |
| Weight | 4.44 g |
| Relation of Dies | 6:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
Elsen sale 125, 13 June 2015, no. 679, from the Henri Pottier collection
Commentary
MIB 3:243, no. 71a.