156: Byzantine Empire. Constantine IV, Pogonatus, 668- 
May-26-08
US $4,000.00
Seller:i-lgoldbergcoinsandcollectibles


Byzantine Empire. Constantine IV, Pogonatus, 668-685 AD. Gold 
Solidus (4.47 g), Constantinople mint, struck 681-685 AD. 
Diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust of Constantine facing 
slightly to right, holding spear with his right hand and with 
shield, ornamented with a charging horseman, at his left 
shoulder. Reverse: Cross potent on three steps; officina A. 
SBC 1158; D.O. 15a; MIB 11. Crisp and highly lustrous, with 
only minor flatness at bottom of portrait and corresponding 
legend on reverse. A delightful portrait for this issue. NGC 
graded Uncirculated. 
Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500. 

Our item number 115803

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