★ Rare variant ★

Justinian I, 527-565. Follis (bronze, 14.48 g, 31 mm), Carthage. D N IVSTINIANVS P P AVG Diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust of Justinian I to right with cross on his breast. Rev. Large M between star and cross; above, cross; below, three pellets; KART in exergue. SB 259; MIB 185a. Repatinated, nearly very fine. Rare with pellets instead of officina letter.