Justin II. 565-578. AV Solidus (20.5mm, 4.37 g, 7h). Constantinople mint, 1st officina. Struck January 566 or 567-578. VF.Electronic Auction 534 Byzantine, Gold Sold For $ 375. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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Justin II. 565-578. AV Solidus (20.5mm, 4.37 g, 7h). Constantinople mint, 1st officina. Struck January 566 or 567-578. Helmeted and cuirassed bust facing, with short beard, holding Victory on globe and shield / Constantinopolis seated facing on throne, head right, holding scepter and globus cruciger; A//CONOB. DOC 1-3 var. (unlisted officina); MIBE 5; SB 344. Some minor die rust, thin gash on reverse, some light scratches, light edge shaving. VF. Rare variety with beard. |