Numismatica Ars Classica
Auction 100 29-30 May 2017
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Constantine VI and Irene, 780 – 797. Solidus 790-792, AV 4.37 g. COhStAntInOS CA – b'Δ Facing busts of Constantine VI and Irene, both crowned and with cross between their heads; Constantine wears chlamys and holds globus cruciger in r. hand and Irene wears loros and holds cruciform sceptre in l.; in central field, pellet and above, cross. Rev. SVIR(retrograd)Ih – ΙΑΓ'M'A – VTOV Leo III, Constantine V and Leo IV seated facing, each wearing crown and chlamys. DO 2a. Sear 1591.
Rare and in exceptional condition for the issue. Good extremely fine