Artemide Aste

Auction LIX  –  6 - 7 May 2023

Artemide Aste, Auction LIX

Ancient, Medieval and World Coins, Medals

Part 1: Sa, 06.05.2023, from 1:00 PM UTC
Part 2: Su, 07.05.2023, from 1:00 PM UTC
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Description

Heraclius (610-641), with Martina and Heraclius Constantine. AE Follis. Cyprus mint (?). 3rd officina. Dated RY 15 (624/5). Obv. Heraclius (in centre), Heraclius Constantine and the empress Martina, all standing facing, each wearing crown and chlamys. Rev. Large M between A/N/N/O and X/Ч; above, cross; below, Γ; in exergue, CON. Cf. D.O. 184; Cf. MIB 198; Cf. Sear 849 var. (exergue). AE. 4.52 g. 27.00 mm. RRR. Apparently unlisted in the standard references. Choice example. Dark green patina with red earthen deposits. Interesting study coin. Good VF. Despite the Cyprus issue begins with the RY 17 and the exergue CON, the style of the coin and the depiction of the obverse (cross instead globus cruciger) suggest a different attribution. Intriguing the hypothesis of an early issue with the mint mark of Constantia (Salamina).

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Price realized 360 EUR
Starting price 200 EUR
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