Byzantine Maurice Tiberius AE Follis Antioch 591/2 NGC Ch VF Flan Flaw
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A genuine Byzantine bronze follis issued under Emperor Maurice Tiberius, who ruled from AD 582 to 602. Struck at Antioch in regnal year 10, corresponding to AD 591/592, this coin dates back more than 1,400 years.
The obverse features a facing portrait of the emperor in ceremonial dress. The reverse displays the large M denomination mark with a cross above it, a familiar design of Byzantine bronze coinage from this period. The Antioch mint attribution and date are confirmed on the NGC Ancients label.
This example weighs 12.79 grams and has been graded Choice VF by NGC Ancients. The holder records Strike 3/5 and Surface 3/5, along with a flan flaw. Please take these details into account and examine the photographs to judge the coin’s appearance for yourself.
Certified ancient coins are a great way to add a documented piece of Byzantine history to a collection. This substantial bronze follis is especially appealing to collectors interested in early medieval coinage, Byzantine emperors, and the history of Antioch.
The coin is securely encapsulated in its NGC holder. The exact certified example pictured is the one you will receive, and the certification number is 2184940-002.
Please review both sides of the coin and the NGC label carefully before purchasing. If you have any questions or would like additional information, feel free to contact us.
| Certification | NGC |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Era | Medieval |
| Historical Period | Byzantine (300-1400 AD) |
