Justinian I, 527-565. Solidus (Gold, 21 mm, 4.48 g, 5 h), Constantinopolis, 527-538. D N IVSTINIANVS P P AVG Helmeted, diademed and cuirassed bust of Justinian I facing slightly to right, holding spear in his right hand and shield, decorated with cavalryman on horseback, with his left. Rev. VICTORIA AVGGG B / CONOB Angel standing facing, holding long linear cross in his right hand and globus cruciger in his left; in field to right, star. DOC 3b. MIB 5. SB 137. Some graffiti, otherwise, extremely fine.