Heraclius; AE Decanummium, Thessalonica
Description:
Heraclius (610 - 641 AD). AE Decanummium, Thessalonica mint. Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right / Large X, cross above.
Diameter:
AE16 mm
Weight:
1,72 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
DOC 97 (Constantinople); MIB 232; SB 818 (Constantinople)
Commentary:
scarce; brown patina, usual irregular flan, good details
History:
Heraclius took for himself the ancient Persian title of "King of Kings" after his victory over the Sasanian Empire.
Article Number:
049-11-01-41652