1454.  PHILIPPICUS. 711-713  AD. Æ Follis (2.71  gm). Syracuse. Philippicus
standing, holding long eagle-tipped  sceptre and cross on globe / Large M;
monogram  and two  stars  around; SCL.  DOC -;  MIB III  24; SB  1460A. VF,
earthen over glossy green-black patina, irregular flan. Very rare. ($500)

Comes with a David Sear Certificate of Authenticity.

This coin appears to have been double struck on the reverse as an extra
star and S appear to the left of the main design.


CNG Mail bid sale #58, 18 Sept 2001, lot 1454.
 
 Lot sold for $900.


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