Constantine was born in Constantinople, the son and successor of Emperor Leo III and his wife Maria.In August 720, at two years of age, he was associated with his father on the throne, and appointed co-emperor. In Byzantine political theory more than one emperor could share the throne; however, although all were accorded the same ceremonial status, only one emperor …

Early career. The eldest son of Constans II and Fausta, daughter of patrician Valentinus, Constantine IV had been named a co-emperor with his father in 654, most likely in Easter (13 April). He became emperor on September 668, when news arrived at Constantinople that Constans II had been assassinated in Sicily.. The first task before the new Emperor was the …

Antique Byzantine Constantine VII 913-959 Ancient Bronze Coin. $15.50. 3 bids. $4.70 shipping. Ending Thursday at 6:51PM PDT 3d 13h. C870 Byzantine, AR Miliaresion Constantine VII & Romanus I, 913-959, Sear 1755 D. ... Every emperor released coins to celebrate their reign, commemorate major events, and simply for general use. ...