Tiberius II Constantine. 578-582. AV Solidus (21mm, 4.46 g, 6h). Ravenna mint. Dated RY 8 (581/2). Crowned and cuirassed bust facing, holding globus cruciger and shield / Cross potent set on four steps; H//CONOB. DOC 62a; MIB III (Suppl.), 15.2; Ranieri 438; SB 468. Toned with underlying luster. Superb EF. Well centered on a broad flan, with thick annular borders. Exceptional for issue.
From the Willamette Valley Collection. Ex Heritage 3089 (20 January 2021), lot 32238 (where it was in NGC encapsulation 3989025-005, graded MS(star), Strike 5/5, Surface: 5/5).