Byzantine Empire - Follis of Maurice Tiberius, 591-592AD
Offered is a choice example of a bronze follis from the Theoupolis (Antioch) mint issued under the reign of Maurice Tiberius, SB#533. Being low denomination, or ‘workhorse’ coins, quantity rather than quality governed their minting, making well struck pieces on regular planchets such as this one a scarce occurrence indeed.
With a lovely chocolate patina and no substantial corrosion to speak of, this wonderful example really displays the mesmerising quality of Byzantine art to the fullest!
Offered is a choice example of a bronze follis from the Theoupolis (Antioch) mint issued under the reign of Maurice Tiberius, SB#533. Being low denomination, or ‘workhorse’ coins, quantity rather than quality governed their minting, making well struck pieces on regular planchets such as this one a scarce occurrence indeed.
With a lovely chocolate patina and no substantial corrosion to speak of, this wonderful example really displays the mesmerising quality of Byzantine art to the fullest!
Offered is a choice example of a bronze follis from the Theoupolis (Antioch) mint issued under the reign of Maurice Tiberius, SB#533. Being low denomination, or ‘workhorse’ coins, quantity rather than quality governed their minting, making well struck pieces on regular planchets such as this one a scarce occurrence indeed.
With a lovely chocolate patina and no substantial corrosion to speak of, this wonderful example really displays the mesmerising quality of Byzantine art to the fullest!