Phocas; 20 Nummi, Cyzicus; Phocas with Leontia
Description:
Phocas (602 - 610 AD). AE 20 Nummi, Cyzicus mint 602-603 AD. DN FOCA P P AV; Phocas and Leontia standing facing, holding globus cruciger and cruciform scepter, respectively, cross above / Large XX; cross above; KYZA in ex.
Diameter:
AE25 mm
Weight:
6,14 g
Grade:
aVF/gVF
Attribution:
DOC 78a; MIB 78; SB 667
Commentary:
rare; attractive patina with contrasting deposits, sharp details, obverse off center
History:
Domentzia - the only daughter of Phocas and Leontia - was named after her paternal grandmother.
Article Number:
002-05-01-44826