Sale: CNG 82, Lot: 1123. Estimate $750.  Closing Date: Wednesday, 16 September 2009.  Sold For $950. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

OSTROGOTHS. Uncertain king. Circa 530-539. AV Solidus (4.41 g, 6h). In the name of Justinian I. Ravenna mint. Pearl-diademed, helmeted, and cuirassed bust facing slightly right, holding spear and shield; helmet without trefoil, diadem ribbons “flying” to left / Victory standing left, holding long cross; six-rayed star to left, two pellets at left and right ends of exergual line; Λ//COMOB. COI 36a² (same rev. die); MIB -; MEC 1, -. Good VF, evidence of having been placed in a bezel, slightly wavy flan.

From the Giamba Collection.