Phocas. Gold Solidus (3.89 g), 602-610 VF. Constantinople, 602/3. O N FOCAS PERP AVC, crowned, draped and cuirassed bust of Phocas facing, holding globus cruciger; crown with pendilia. Reverse: VICTORI[A] AVGG, angel standing facing, holding staff surmounted by a staurogram and globus cruciger; I//CONOB. DOC 1d; MIBE 5; SB 616. Scarce. Flan a little wavy and some double striking. Very Fine. Estimated Value $300 - 350
From the Aurora Family Collection.