Lot 2637
Constantine VI, 780-797. Gold Solidus (4.38 g) minted at Constantinople. Busts facing of Constantine VI and Irene (mother of Constantine VI); in upper central field, cross. Reverse: Leo III (great-grandfather of Constantine VI), Constantine V (grandfather of Constantine VI) and Leo IV (father of Constantine VI) enthroned facing. D.O. 1; S.1591. Very rare. Attractive obverse portraits; reverse portraits weakly struck. Overall Very Fine.
A typical example of this poorly struck type; many are holed or very garbled from the minting procedure.
Estimated Value $3,000 - 4,000.
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