Byzantine Empire Semissis - Mauricius Tiberius, 582 – 602
VICTORIA AVGG; Constantinople
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma
(498 – 720)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Semissis
Year
582 – 602
Ruler
Maurice
(582–602)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
2.2
Diameter (mm)
19
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Semissis from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 582 to 602. Struck in Gold. Measures 19 mm and weighs 2.2 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Maurice Tiberius diademed, draped and cuirassed, facing right (Our Lord Maurice, Perpetual Father and Emperor)
- Reverse
- Victory advancing right, her head turned to right, holding wreath in her right hand and globus cruciger in her left
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (582-602) | — | BCV#485 (D N MAVRI P P AVG) | ||
| ND (582-602) | — | BCV#486 (D N MAVRICI P P AVI) |
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