Emperor Phocas (602–610 C.E.), of humble Thracian origin, rose to power during a period of military unrest in the Byzantine Empire. His reign, though brief, left behind a legacy of beautifully crafted coins like this Solidus, which symbolized the emperor’s authority and the strength of the empire.
The obverse shows Phocas in his crown, holding a globe cross, a representation of his dominion over both spiritual and earthly realms. The legend reads DN FOCAS PERP AVG. On the reverse, an angel stands holding a P-headed cross, with the mint mark CONOB for Constantinople.
This historical coin is carefully set in a handcrafted 18K gold setting, preserving its legacy while creating an elegant, wearable piece of Byzantine history. The pendant is about the size of a nickel.
Product Description:
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Coin Type: Hand Milled
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Denomination: Solidus
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Mint: Ambrakia, Epistros
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Empire: Byzantine Empire
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Ruler: Phocas
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Date: 602-610 C.E.
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Metal: Gold
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Weight: 4.41 grams
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Obverse: Draped and cuirassed facing bust, wearing crown without pendilia, holding cross on globe. Legend reads DN FOCAS PERP AVG (the D has a long upper serif to the left).
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Reverse: Angel standing facing, holding P-headed cross and cross on globe; mintmark CONOB in ex. Legend reads VICTORIA AVGU and officina letter. SB 620 (AU).
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Setting: Handcrafted in 18K gold.
Certificate of Authenticity with photo specific images included. Chain sold separately.
Inv# T 31196
