Description: Maurice Tiberius (AD 582-602). AV solidus NGC MS. Constantinople, 4th officina. o N mAVRC-TIb PP AVG, draped and cuirassed bust of Maurice Tiberius facing, wearing plumed helmet with diadem and pendilia, globus cruciger in right hand / VICTORI-A AVGG Δ, angel standing facing, staff surmounted by staurogram in right hand, globus cruciger in left; CONOB in exergue. 20mm, 4.52 gm, 6h, Sear 478.Minted from nearly pure gold, the gold solidus issued by the Roman Empire and Later the Byzantine Empire quite literally became the “Gold Standard” coinage for hundreds of years. This coin is almost 1500 years old and Is amazingly preserved in NGC certified Mint State condition. Maurice was emperor of the Byzantine Empire from 582-602 and was the last member of the Justinian Dynasty. His reign was cut short when he and his 3 sons were executed by his officer Phocas. His reign was generally well regarded but marked by near constant warfare against the Sasanians in Persia and in the Balkans against the Avars. One of his lasting works was the Strategikon, an important book on the art of war Shipping costs on this item reflect insurance and signature on delivery. *All items are guaranteed authentic. The item in the pictures is the item you will receive. Please use your own judgement with regards to grade and attribution as these represent opinions and are not guaranteed.
Price: 819.99 USD
Location: Zelienople, Pennsylvania
End Time: 2025-01-18T20:37:03.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Denomination: SOLIDUS
Historical Period: Byzantine (300-1400 AD)
Composition: Gold
Provenance: Ownership History Available
Era: Ancient
Grade: AU
Certification: NGC
