MAURICE TIBERIUS, 582-602. AV Solidus (4.45 gms), Constantinople Mint, 1st Officina, 582-602. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 3/5. Edge Bend. S-478. Obverse: Helmeted, draped, and cuirassed facing bust, holding globus cruciger; Reverse: Angel standing facing, holding staff surmounted by staurogram and globus cruciger. Struck from slightly worn dies but quite well-preserved. The noted edge bend is minor and does not detract from this altogether wholesome example. Ex: Christies New York (02/1985), Lot # 35.<p>
