Byzantine Empire Solidus - Tiberius II Constantine, 579 – 582
Constantinopolis
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma
(498 – 720)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Solidus - Tiberius II Constantine
Year
579 – 582
Ruler
Tiberius II Constantine
(578–582)
Composition
Gold (.970)
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Coin alignment ↑↓
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.5
Diameter (mm)
20
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Solidus - Tiberius II Constantine from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 579 to 582. Struck in Gold (.970). Measures 20 mm and weighs 4.5 g.
- Obverse
- Crowned and cuirassed bust facing, holding cross on globe and shield decorated with horseman motif
- Reverse
- Officina letter, cross potent on three steps; mintmark
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (579-582) | — | DOC 1 4b.1 | ||
| ND (579-582) | — | DOC 1 4c | ||
| ND (579-582) | — | DOC 1 4d | ||
| ND (579-582) | — | DOC 1 4e | ||
| ND (579-582) | — | DOC 1 4f | ||
| ND (579-582) | — | DOC 1 4g | ||
| ND (579-582) | — | DOC 1 4h | ||
| ND (579-582) | — | DOC 1 4i | ||
| ND (579-582) | — | DOC 1 4j | ||
| ND (579-582) | — | Ends "TANVSPPAVI"; DOC 1 4b.2 | ||
| ND (579-582) CONOB-A | — | DOC 1 4a |
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