This Byzantine coin was minted between 582-602 AD under the reign of Maurice Tiberius. It is a half follis in denomination.


Maurice Tiberius was Byzantine emperor from 582 to 602 and the last member of the Justinian dynasty. A successful general, Maurice was chosen as heir and son-in-law by his predecessor Tiberius II. Maurice's reign was troubled by almost constant warfare. After he became emperor, he brought the war with Sasanian Persia to a victorious conclusion.










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