Constantine IV; AE Follis, Carthage
Description:
Constantine IV (668 - 685 AD). AE Follis, Carthage mint 668-673 AD. Crowned half-length bust facing, holding globus cruciger and spear, cross to left, T to right / Large M, monogram above, standing facing figures of Heraclius and Tiberius flanking.
Diameter:
AE20 mm
Weight:
5.98 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
DOC 51; SB 1195
Commentary:
rare; bronze patina, overstruck on Constans II issue (DOC 147)
History:
Until 681 AD Constantine reigned with his brothers Heraclis and Tiberius as co-emperors, but had them mutilited to secure the succession for his son Justinian.
Article Number:
019-03-01-44287