Byzantine Empire Solidus - Mauricius Tiberius, 582 – 602
VICTORIA AVGG; Ravenna
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma
(498 – 720)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Solidus - Mauricius Tiberius
Year
582 – 602
Ruler
Maurice
(582–602)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.4
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Solidus - Mauricius Tiberius from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 582 to 602. Struck in Gold. Measures 0 mm and weighs 4.4 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Maurice Tiberius facing, crowned, cuirassed, holding globus cruciger in right hand and shield decorated with horseman on left shoulder; thick annular border. (Dominus Noster Tiberius Mauricius Perpetuus Augustus.Our lord Tiberius Mauricius, eternal august.)
- Reverse
- Victory standing facing, wings open, wearing chiton and peplos, holding long cross with right hand and globus cruciger in left hand; thick annular border. (Victoria Augustorum Duorum.To the victory of the two augusts.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (582-602) B | — | 2nd officina |
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