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Solidus of Maurice Tiberius, Constantinople

Solidus of Maurice Tiberius, Constantinople

r. 582 - 602

Maurice Tiberius

Byzantine

Obv.: Bust of Maurice Tiberius facing, in cuirass, wearing cross and pendilia. Holds globe cruciger in r. hand. On l. shoulder, angular shield with horseman device. Rev.: Angel standing, facing. holding long staff with Chi-Ro in r. hand and globe cruciger in l.

Gold

Byzantine period, Early

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