Tiberius II Constantine; Decanummium, Constantinople
Description:
Tiberius II Constantine (578 - 582 AD). AE 10 Nummi, Constantinople mint. u M Tib CONSTANT PP AVI; crowned, draped and cuirassed bust facing / Large X, cross above.
Diameter:
AE21 mm
Weight:
3,86 g
Grade:
VF/VF
Attribution:
MIB II 106, 31A (legend); DOC I 275, 20b.2; Sear 107, 436
Commentary:
attractive sand patina with green highlights, good centering
History:
With the accession to the throne Tiberius' wife changed her name from hellenistic Ino to Aelia Anastasia - a name proposed by the blue Hippodrome faction.
Article Number:
003-06-02-41652