611 NGC Heraclius Byzantine Empire Follis Nikomedia Mint (24063007C)

Dated Emperor Heraclius Byzantine Empire copper 1 follis or 40 nummi coin. Early reign type struck at the Nikomedia Mint (mint mark NIKO), officinia A, during his 2nd regnal year = 611/612 CE. Sear 833, copper, approx. 30mm. Obverse: D N HRACLI PERP AVG, Draped and cuirassed bust facing with short beard wearing plumed helmet and holding cross. Reverse: Large M (value), A/N/N/O to left, cross above, II (date) to right, A below, NIKO in exergue. Certified by NGC without grade (my estimate is VF). Very nice in hand. Heraclius was one of the greatest Byzantine Emperors who founded an important dynasty. He restored many territories lost by his predecessors.