An exceptional consular solidus of Phocas
Lot 313
Phocas, 602-610. Solidus (Gold, 21 mm, 4.52 g, 7 h), Constantinopolis, 602-603. O N FOCAS PЄRP AVG Crowned bust of Phocas facing, wearing consular robes and holding mappa in his right hand and cross in his left. Rev. VICTORIA AVGG Є / CONOB Angel standing facing, holding long linear staff surmounted by staurogram in his right hand and globus cruciger in his left. DOC 4 var. (unlisted officina). MIB 1. SB 623. Rare and in exceptional condition for this issue. A lustrous example struck on a very broad flan. Virtually as struck.

From an American collection of Byzantine coins, acquired from H.J. Berk in the 1980s.
Estimate:
750 CHF
Starting price:
600 CHF
Hammer price:
1200 CHF
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Closing time: 27-Oct-18, 06:00:00 CEST
All winning bids are subject to a 20% buyer's fee.

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