Justinian I. 527-565. AV Solidus (21mm, 4.46 g, 6h). Constantinople mint, 3rd officina. Struck 542-565. Near EF.Electronic Auction 563 Byzantine, Gold Sold For $ 450. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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Justinian I. 527-565. AV Solidus (21mm, 4.46 g, 6h). Constantinople mint, 3rd officina. Struck 542-565. Helmeted and cuirassed bust facing, holding globus cruciger and shield / Angel standing facing, holding long staff surmounted by staurogram and globus cruciger; star to right; Γ//CONOB. DOC 9c; MIBE 7; SB 140. Lightly toned, slight bend, slight clashing, a couple areas of weakness, deposits. Near EF. A well-styled bust and with good detail on reverse. |