| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 187 | Silver | Auction date: 10 December 2023 |
| Lot number: 396 Price realized: 850 EUR (Approx. 917 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Tiberius II Constantine AD 578-582. Constantinople Solidus AV 20 mm, 4,44 g CONSTANT AЧC ЧIЧ FЄLIX, crowned bust facing, wearing consular robes and holding mappa with his right hand, eagle-topped scepter surmounted with a cross, with his left hand / ЧICTOR TIbЄRI AЧς, cross potent on base and four steps; CONOB in exergue. Good Very Fine DOC 2; MIB 2; Sear 420. Tiberius I Constantine, or Tiberius II, ruled as Eastern Roman Emperor from 578 to 582. Rising from the Latin-speaking region of Thrace, he ascended through the military ranks during Emperor Justinian's era. In 574, he became Caesar and later took full control in 578 due to Emperor Justin II's mental health decline, assuming the title Imperator Caesar Flavius Tiberius Constantinus Augustus. Tiberius faced challenges in stabilizing the Eastern frontier against the Persians, achieving a significant victory in the Battle of Melitene. He also dealt with North African conflicts, including a victory against the Moors. Domestically, Tiberius pursued tolerant policies toward Christian dissenters but took a strict stance against non-Christians. A rebellion in Syria in 579 highlighted religious tensions. Financial policies initially endeared Tiberius to the public, but his later spending practices faced criticism. His reign ended in 582, and his adopted sons, Mauricius and Germanus, smoothly transitioned to power, with Mauricius succeeding him as Emperor. Tiberius' rule left a mark on Eastern Roman history, navigating both external threats and internal complexities. Starting price: 500 EUR |  |
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| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 203 | Silver | Auction date: 24 March 2024 |
| Lot number: 606 Price realized: 381 EUR (Approx. 414 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Leo I AD 457-474. Constantinople Solidus AV 20 mm, 4,40 g D N LEO PERPET AVG, helmeted, diademed and cuirassed bust facing, holding spear with his right hand over his right shoulder and with a shield, embellished with horseman attacking a fallen foe, over his left / VICTORIA AVGGG B, Victory standing left, holding long jeweled cross; in field to right, star; CONOB in exergue. Very Fine, scratches Depeyrot 93/;. RIC 605. Starting price: 200 EUR |  |
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| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 187 | Silver | Auction date: 10 December 2023 |
| Lot number: 394 Price realized: 480 EUR (Approx. 518 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Anastasius I AD 491-518. Constantinople Solidus AV 20 mm, 4,44 g D N ANASTASIVS P P AVG, pearl-diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust facing slightly to right, cross on helmet, holding spear and shield with horseman motif / VICTORIA AVGGG I, Victory standing facing, head to left, holding long jewelled cross; star in right field, CONOB in exergue. Very Fine DOC 4b; Sear 3. Anastasius I, who reigned as Byzantine Emperor from AD 491 to 518, stands out in history for his dynamic leadership and impactful reforms. Born in modest circumstances, he ascended to the throne through a distinguished career in civil service and the military. His reign was marked by a series of pivotal reforms. Foremost among these were his economic policies. Anastasius initiated comprehensive fiscal reforms to stabilize the Byzantine economy, restructuring tax collection and reducing state expenditures. This prudent approach bolstered the empire's financial health. Anastasius also embarked on religious policies aimed at reconciling the differences between Chalcedonian Christians and Monophysites, two major Christian sects. Though his efforts made strides in promoting religious harmony, complete unity remained elusive. Infrastructure-wise, he fortified the empire's eastern frontier to protect against external threats, notably constructing the formidable Anastasian Wall. In foreign affairs, Anastasius skillfully negotiated a peace treaty with the formidable Sassanian Empire, easing tensions along the eastern border. Anastasius I's reign thus left a lasting legacy of financial stability, infrastructure development, and efforts towards religious reconciliation. His reign stands as a testament to the power of pragmatic governance in shaping the destiny of a vast and diverse empire. Anastasios was the last Roman emperor to hold the titles pontifex and pater patriae, and also the last to be called divus after his death. Starting price: 200 EUR |  |
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| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 188 | Black | Auction date: 17 December 2023 |
| Lot number: 73 Price realized: 650 EUR (Approx. 715 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Marcian AD 450-457. Constantinople Solidus AV 20 mm, 4,44 g D N MARCIANVS P F AVG, pearl-diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust facing slightly to right, holding spear and shield decorated with horseman motif / VICTORIA AVGGG Θ, Victory standing facing, head to left, supporting long jewelled cross; star in right field, CONOB in exergue. very fine Depeyrot 87/1; RIC 510. Flavius Marcianus, commonly known as Marcian, assumed the throne of the Eastern Roman Empire in 450, reigning until his death in 457. Born around 390 in Thrace, his ascent from a soldier's son to emperor showcased his military prowess and strategic alliances. Marcian's rule was marked by financial reforms, relieving tax burdens and ensuring stability in the empire. Notably, the Council of Chalcedon in 451 saw Marcian championing orthodox Christianity, condemning Monophysitism, and promoting theological unity between East and West. In foreign policy, Marcian successfully resisted annual tributes to the Huns under Attila, bolstering the empire's prestige. After Attila's death, he skillfully navigated diplomatic relations, resettling tribes and fostering positive ties with the Persian Sassanid Empire. Despite initial tensions with the Western Roman Empire, particularly Valentinian III, Marcian's leadership eventually gained recognition. Marcian's unexpected death in 457 left a legacy of financial stability and diplomatic success. His successor, Leo I, inherited a surplus and continued many of Marcian's policies. Over the years, Marcian's reign became emblematic of a golden era, with his governance praised by contemporaries and future historians alike. Starting price: 1 EUR |  |
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| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 203 | Silver | Auction date: 24 March 2024 |
| Lot number: 600 Price realized: 340 EUR (Approx. 369 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Theodosius II AD 402-450. Constantinople Solidus AV 20 mm, 4,27 g D N THEODO-SIVS P F AVG, pearl-diadmed, helmeted, and cuirassed bust facing slightly right, holding spear over shoulder in right hand and shield decorated with horseman motif in left / VOT XXX MVLT XXXX B, Constantinopolis enthroned left, with left foot on prow, holding globus cruciger in right hand, scepter in left, star to right, CONOB in exergue. Very Fine, scratches RIC 257; Depeyrot 81/1. Starting price: 200 EUR |  |
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| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 198 | Silver | Auction date: 25 February 2024 |
| Lot number: 311 Price realized: 2,800 EUR (Approx. 3,027 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Justinian II, 2nd reign AD 705-711. Constantinople Solidus AV 20 mm, 4,51 g d N IhS ChS RЄX-RЄGNANTIЧM, facing bust of youthful Christ Pantocrator, with slight beard and tight, curly hair, right hand raised in benediction, book of gospels cradled in left arm; cross behind / d N IЧSTINIA-NЧS ЄT TIbЄRIЧS PP A, crowned facing half-length figures of Justinian II (on left), bearded, and Tiberius (on right), smaller and beardless, both wearing divitision, chlamys, and crown surmounted by cross, jointly holding cross potent on two steps. Few contact marks, otherwise, Mint State. Sear 1414. The second reign of Justinian II, known as Rhinotmetus (the Slit-nosed), marked a tumultuous period in Byzantine history, characterized by his unlikely return to power and the co-reign with Tiberius III. After his initial deposition in 695 due to unpopular and harsh rule, Justinian II was exiled and subjected to mutilation, a common practice to prevent deposed rulers from reclaiming the throne. However, his resilience and determination led to an extraordinary comeback. In 705, with the help of Bulgar and Slav allies, Justinian II managed to reclaim the Byzantine throne, showcasing a rare instance of a Byzantine emperor regaining power after such a downfall. Upon his return, Justinian's rule was marked by a thirst for revenge against those who had wronged him and an attempt to restore his authority and the sanctity of the imperial office. During this second tenure, Justinian II's co-reign with Tiberius III was brief and fraught with challenges. Tiberius, initially a usurper who took advantage of Justinian's absence, was quickly sidelined as Justinian II sought to consolidate power solely under his control. The co-reign essentially highlighted the complexities of Byzantine politics, where alliances and power dynamics were constantly in flux. Justinian II's efforts to restore stability and his previous policies were overshadowed by his vengeful actions, which ultimately contributed to his unpopularity and the instability of his reign. His second rule came to an abrupt end in 711 when he was overthrown once more and executed, closing the chapter on one of the most dramatic and turbulent reigns in the history of the Byzantine Empire. This period underscores the volatile nature of Byzantine imperial politics and the remarkable story of a ruler's fall, exile, and brief restoration to power. Starting price: 2500 EUR |  |
