Lombards (Medieval)
Lombards. Gregory. Gold Solidus (3.96 g), 732-739. In the name of Byzantine emperor Justinian II. D N I - - INVS PP, crowned bust of Justinian II facing, holding globus cruciger. Reverse: VICVOR VCVST (S rerograde), cross potent set on three steps; ς//CONOB*. MEC i, -; Friedberg 87; BMC Vandals p. 159. Rare. Toned. NGC graded MS-62. Estimated Value $1,500
Ex The William Oldknow Collection.