Justinian I, 527 – 565 Solidus Constantinople 545-565, AV 19.00 mm., 4.50 g.
D N IVSTINI – ANVS P P AVG Helmeted, pearl-diademed and cuirassed bust three-quarters facing, holding globus cruciger and shield with horseman and enemy motif. Rev. VICTORI – A AVGGG A Angel standing facing holding long cross and globus cruciger; in r. field, star and in exergue, CONOB. DO 9a. MIBE 7. Sear 140.
Very fine
From the collection of a Mentor.
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