Description: Maurice Tiberius | AE Follis Reference: SB 492, DOC 20. Date: 582-583 CE Obverse:DN TIbER mAVRC PP AVG; crowned, cuirassed bust facing, holding cross on globe and shield Reverse: Large upper case M, ANNO to left, cross above, regnal year (I = 582-583 CE) to right, officina letter below, mintmark CON Mint: Constantinople Size: 30.1 mm Weight: 12.31 grams Struck on a ragged flan (not uncommon with late 6th century and early 7th century types), this large and heavy follis comes from the very first year of Maurice Tiberius' 20 year reign. Of historical note is the incorporation of uncial lettering into the obverse inscription, a trend that would continue in the following century. Maurice Tiberius was a highly successful Roman solider-emperor from the 6th century. He is also credited with authorship of Strategikon, a manual of warfare and generalship, essentially the Byzantine version of Sun Tzu's Art of War. Maurice brought Justin II's two decade-old war with Persia to a victorious end, halted the Lombard advance in Italy, and crossed the Danube -- the first emperor to do so in over 200 years --to campaign against the Avars in Wallachia. Despite all his military accomplishments, Maurice also instituted some unpopular financial reforms which ultimately led to him getting fragged by his own officer, Phocas. Bummer. Policies I apply the highest ethical standards in selling ancient coins. All coins are guaranteed to be genuine and any item found to be otherwise may be returned for a full refund. The most important thing is that you are happy with your new coin(s)! All coins are shipped in PVC-free, archival-grade coin flips and inserts made of acid-free paper Domestic (USA) shipping only If you purchase multiple items please message me before you pay and I will combine the shipping for you. I accept all returns within 30 calendar days upon receipt of the item. No explanation is required for the return, but it would be appreciated. Any item which has been altered from its original state may not be returned. Don't see what you're looking for? Just shoot me a message, I might have it but haven't gotten around to listing it!
Price: 24.99 USD
Location: Canton, Michigan
End Time: 2024-03-24T16:32:32.000Z
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Item must be returned within: 30 Days
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Denomination: Follis
Historical Period: Byzantine (300-1400 AD)
Composition: Bronze
Era: Ancient
