Obverse: d N MAURI C N P AUT. Crowned bust of Maurice facing, wearing consular robes, holding mappa and eagle-tipped scepter.
Reverse: Large M flanked by ANNO XVIII, cross above, Γ below; THEωP in exergue.
Very nice byzantine follis, well preserved, in EF-/VF+ condition, conserving full details in both sides and very bold reliefs. Green patina. Uncommon date. Large size: 32 mm.
Sear 533. Antioch (as Theopolis) mint, AD 595-596. 11,1 g - 32 mm
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