CNG 100, Lot: 277. Estimate $750. Sold for $950. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

Justinian I. 527-565. AV Solidus (21mm, 4.45 g, 6h). Carthage mint. Dated IY 11 (AD 547/8). Helmeted and cuirassed bust facing, holding globus cruciger and shield with “loop” at top / Angel standing facing, holding long cross and globus cruciger; star to right; IA//CONOB. DOC 277a var. (no “loop” on shield); MIBE 25; Morrisson 71-87; SB 250. Near EF, toned.

From the collection of Dr. Lawrence A. Adams. Ex Stack’s (8 April 1989), lot 95.