Ancients
Heraclius (AD 613-641) and Heraclius Constantine (AD 613-641). Imitative AV solidus (12mm, 4.41, 7h gm). NGC Choice XF★ 5/5 - 5/5. Imitation of Carthage mint, H-OVCIC•VI, facing busts of Heraclius, with short beard (on left) and Heraclius Constantine, smaller and beardless (on right), each wearing chlamys and crown formed of pellets, cross in field above / Unintelligible legend starting from left with reverse, retrograde and inverted letters surrounding Cross potent on two steps. Bold rims edges forming walls around the struck surfaces. Sear 866 type. An amazing imitative with clear legends and choice portrait styles. Truly the work of an ancient artisan!
HID02901242017
Estimate: 800-1200 USD