Ancient Byzantine Heraclius Half Follis Coin, circa 611/12 AD

A scarce Byzantine Empire Half-Follis bronze coin of Heraclius struck at the Carthage mint in 611/12 AD (15th Indiction Year).

Obverse: Inscribed ‘D N ERA – [CLIO PP AV]’, featuring a beardless bust facing forward, wearing a helmet and armour and holding a globus cruciger (a globe surmounted by a cross).

Reverse: A large ‘XX’ at the centre, with a star to the left, a pellet between the numerals, and the letters ‘IЄ’ to the right, indicating the 15th indictional year (611–612 AD). A cross appears above, with ‘KRTς’ in the lower exergue.

Measurements: 2cm diameter, 6.6 grams.

Provenance: Timeline Auctions (UK), Imperial Numismatics

This item is accompanied by a printed certificate of authenticity which includes details such as culture, dating, motifs/inscriptions when applicable, historical relevance, and provenance.