Heraclius, with Martina and Heraclius, Constantine, AE Follis, Thessalonica mint, 2nd officina, AD 627/8

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Byzantine, Heraclius, with Martina and Heraclius, Constantine, 610-641, AE Follis (bronze, 5.2g, 24.5mm), Thessalonica mint, 2nd officina, AD 627/8
Obv: Heraclius, in center, flanked by Martina, on left, and Heraclius Constantine, on right, each wearing crown and chlamys and holding globus-cruciger
Rev: Large M; cross above, A/N/N/O X/GI/II; B//ΘEC
Ref: MIB 221; SB 825 Rarity/Choice: Common, aVF

 

Note: This follis comes from a pivotal moment in Byzantine history. The coin depicts Heraclius with his wife Martina and his son Heraclius Constantine, underscoring dynastic continuity during a time of war. In 627/8, Heraclius achieved his decisive victory over the Sasanian Persians at Nineveh, effectively ending decades of conflict and restoring the True Cross to Jerusalem soon after. The presence of Martina on the coinage reflects her unusual prominence as empress, while the inclusion of the heir highlights the dynasty’s legitimacy. Struck in Thessalonica rather than Constantinople, this issue illustrates the empire’s regional minting activity to finance the ongoing war effort.

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