Theodosius III. Follis; Theodosius III; 716-717 AD. Syracuse, Follis, 2.72g. Berk-834, MIB-16, Sear-1496, Ricotti-181, DO-(9) (no spec. in DO). Obv: No legend; Crowned bust of emperor facing, with short beard, holding spear over shoulder and cross on globe. Rx: Large M between two palms, TEO? monogram above, T below, SCL in exergue. Ex NAC 75, 18 November 2013, lot 666; with printed auction ticket.When I purchased the collection that was used to illustrate Sear's book, the collector was most proud of the fact that he had a Theodosius III follis of Syracuse; that was 25 years ago. Since then, several have come to light, but very few. EF
Estimate: $1600