Heraclius the Elder Gold solidus struck during the revolt of the Heraclii, depicting Heraclius the Elder and his son, the future Emperor Heraclius, wearing consular robes. Allegiance East Roman Empire Rank magister militum per Armeniam, patrikios, Exarch of Africa Battles/wars Byzantine–Sassanid War of 572–591 Spouse(s) Epiphania Relations Emperor Heraclius