Maurice Tiberius; AE Follis, Kyzikos
Description:
Maurice Tiberius (582 - 602 AD). AE Follis, Kyzikos mint, year 7. Moneta Militaris Imitativa - imitative military mint. Armoured bust facing holding cross / Large M between ANNO and regnal year, KYZ in ex.
Diameter:
AE28 mm
Weight:
10,6 g
Grade:
gF/aVF
Attribution:
SB 518; cf. Pegasi Numismatics, Auction XXII (20.04.2010), Lot 653
Commentary:
brown patina, some deposits
History:
Maurice helped the deposed Khusro II to regain the throne, and married his daughter to the Sassanid ruler.
Article Number:
034-02-06-41652