BYZANTINE. Justinian I. 527-565. Æ Follis (38.5mm, 22.70 g, 6h). Nicomedia mint, 1st officina. Dated RY 12 (538/9). Near EF.

The Geoffrey Cope Collection of British Coins – Part III
Lot: 32. Estimated: $ 250

Ancient Coins, Bronze

Sold For $ 375. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

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BYZANTINE. Justinian I. 527-565. Æ Follis (38.5mm, 22.70 g, 6h). Nicomedia mint, 1st officina. Dated RY 12 (538/9). Helmeted and cuirassed bust facing, holding globus cruciger and shield; cross to right / Large M, cross above; A/N/N/O - XII (date) across field; A//NIKO. DOC 115a; MIBE 113a; SB 201. Dark green patina with some verdigris, a couple of light scuffs and minor marks at edge. Near EF.

From the Geoffrey Cope Collection.


Closing Date and Time: 22 May 2025 at 10:10:20 ET.

Presented in association with Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG and Numismatica Genevensis SA.

All winning bids are subject to a 22.5% buyer’s fee.