Ousanas II, early 6th century. Chrysos (Gold, 17 mm, 1.55 g, 12 h). ✠OYCAC BA•CIΛЄΥC Draped half-length bust of Ousanas II to right, wearing tiara and circular earring, holding spear in his right hand and with bracelets on his right arm; to left and right, ears of barley; all within circular border. Rev. ✠Θ•ЄΟΥ ЄΥΧAΡICTI∀ Draped half-length bust of Ousanas II to right, wearing tight-fitting head cloth and circular earring, holding branch in his right hand and with bracelets on his right arm; to left and right, ears of barley; all within circular border. Hahn, Aksumite, 37a. Hahn & Keck, MAKS, 60. Munro-Hay, AC, type 85. Struck from slightly worn dies and with light cleaning scratches on the obverse, otherwise, very fine.

From the Dr. Stephan Coffman Collection.