Heraclius, with Martina and Heraclius Constantine, AE Nummus. Cyzicus, RY 20 = AD 629/630

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Byzantine, Heraclius, with Martina and Heraclius Constantine, AE Nummus (bronze, 5g, 24mm). Cyzicus, RY 20 = AD 629/630
Obv: Heraclius, in centre, flanked by Martina, on left, and Heraclius Constantine, on right, each wearing crown and chlamys and holding globus cruciger
Rev: Large M; monogram to left, ANNO and cross above, X/X (date) to right, A below, KYZ in exergue
Ref: DOC 178; MIB 186; Sear 841 Rarity/Choice: Common, Fine

 

Note: Issued just after Heraclius’ decisive victory over the Persians and recovery of the True Cross, this small bronze from Cyzicus reflects the renewed stability of the empire. The joint portraits of Heraclius, his wife Martina, and son Heraclius Constantine underscore the image of dynastic continuity at the moment of triumph. Cyzicus, a key mint in northwestern Asia Minor, supplied much of the routine coinage needed to restore economic normalcy after years of war.

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