Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
January 2022 NYINC Auction 18-20 Jan 2022
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PHOCAS, 602-610. AV Solidus (4.47 gms), Constantinople Mint, 5th Officina, 607-609. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.
S-620. Obverse: Draped and cuirassed bust facing, holding globus cruciger; Reverse: Angel standing facing, holding globus cruciger and long staff surmounted by staurogram; Є//CONOB. A highly alluring piece of Byzantine gold, this example has only light wear on the high elements of the design and retains some natural sparkle and charm in the protected areas. Free from any of the major problems that often plague these Solidi, this example is sure to drive collector demand.
Estimate: $300 - $450
S-620. Obverse: Draped and cuirassed bust facing, holding globus cruciger; Reverse: Angel standing facing, holding globus cruciger and long staff surmounted by staurogram; Є//CONOB. A highly alluring piece of Byzantine gold, this example has only light wear on the high elements of the design and retains some natural sparkle and charm in the protected areas. Free from any of the major problems that often plague these Solidi, this example is sure to drive collector demand.
Estimate: $300 - $450