Majestic Byzantine Gold: Emperor Constantine V

Description

House of Emirates® is proud to present to its elite clientele a magnificent treasure of Byzantine imperial heritage — the Gold Solidus of Emperor Constantine V Copronymus, masterfully struck at the Constantinople Mint between 764 and 773 AD.

This exceptional coin stands as a testament to the might and sanctity of the Byzantine Empire. The obverse features the facing busts of Emperor Constantine V and his son Leo IV, crowned and robed in imperial chlamys, united beneath a radiant cross — a divine symbol of celestial authority and dynastic succession.

On the reverse, the noble image of Emperor Leo III, founder of the Isaurian dynasty, is rendered with a dignified beard and clad in the ceremonial loros. He holds a cross-topped scepter, symbolizing his unwavering devotion and the enduring power of the Christian empire. The detailed craftsmanship and preservation of this gold solidus evoke the spiritual and political grandeur of Byzantium’s golden age.

Catalog references: DOC 3, 2d (Var.); Sear 1551; Füeg, Nomismata 6.B.3; Sommer, MBR² 23.2.

The Constantine V Copronymus Gold Solidus is not merely a coin; it is a symbol of imperial wealth, divine power, and timeless prestige — a rare acquisition for those who value both legacy and luxury.

Specifications:
Origin: Constantinople Mint
Date: Circa 764–773 AD
Material: Gold
Diameter: 21 mm
Weight: 4.38 g

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