Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
Collector's Choice November 2022 Auction 14-17 Nov 2022
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PHOCAS, 602-610. AV Solidus (4.02 gms), Constantinople Mint, 5th Officina, 604-607. NGC Ch AU, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 2/5. Brushed, Clipped, Wavy Flan.
S-626. Obverse: Crowned, draped, and cuirassed bust facing, holding globus cruciger; Reverse: Angel standing facing, holding globus cruciger and staff surmounted by stauroram; Є//OB+*. Though displaying the normal faults that often plague Byzantine gold, this example retains a level of handsome charm and appeal arising from the bright luster and vivid details.
Estimate: $250 - $500
S-626. Obverse: Crowned, draped, and cuirassed bust facing, holding globus cruciger; Reverse: Angel standing facing, holding globus cruciger and staff surmounted by stauroram; Є//OB+*. Though displaying the normal faults that often plague Byzantine gold, this example retains a level of handsome charm and appeal arising from the bright luster and vivid details.
Estimate: $250 - $500