| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 209 | Silver | Auction date: 28 April 2024 |
| Lot number: 587 Price realized: 60 EUR (Approx. 64 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | Show similar lots on CoinArchives Find similar lots in upcoming auctions on  |
| Lot description: Maurice Tiberius AD 582-602. Dated year 20 = AD 601/2. Theoupolis (Antioch) Follis or 40 Nummi Æ 27 mm, 9,81 g Crowned facing bust of Maurice Tiberius, wearing consular robes, holding mappa and eagle-tipped sceptre / Large M, cross above, A/N/N/O - X/X; Γ//τHЄUP'. Good Very Fine Sear 533. Maurice, born around 539 in Arabissos, rose to become Emperor of the Byzantine Empire in 582 after a successful military career. His reign, lasting until his death in 602, was characterized by significant military conflicts aimed at defending the empire's borders. Initially, Maurice played a crucial role in the ongoing war against the Persian Sassanid Empire, securing notable victories. Despite facing internal challenges such as military revolts and financial strains, he successfully negotiated with Persia, leading to territorial gains for Byzantium. Additionally, Maurice conducted campaigns against Slavic and Avar incursions in the Balkans, achieving considerable successes in pushing back these threats. During his rule, Maurice also established exarchates in Carthage and Ravenna to bolster imperial control in the Western territories. However, his unpopular fiscal policies and demanding military strategies contributed to growing dissatisfaction among his subjects. The end of Maurice's reign came tragically in 602 when he was overthrown and killed by mutinous troops led by Phocas. This event marked a significant shift in Byzantine history, signaling the transition from late antiquity to the early Middle Ages. Despite his accomplishments as a capable leader and military tactician, Maurice's downfall ushered in a period of instability for the empire. Starting price: 50 EUR |  |
