Justinian I, Copper, Follis, Antioch, 560/561
Obverse
Frontal bust of Justinian I in helmet with plume, diadem with trefoil ornament on front, and cuirass. Globus cruciger in right hand, shield with horseman device on left shoulder.
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Symbol
Cross in right field.
Reverse
with cross above, Γ below, |N|N|O in left field, and X|X|X|IIII in right field.
Exergue
Obverse
Frontal bust of Justinian I in helmet with plume, diadem with trefoil ornament on front, and cuirass. Globus cruciger in right hand, shield with horseman device on left shoulder.
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Symbol
Cross in right field.
Reverse
with cross above, Γ below, |N|N|O in left field, and X|X|X|IIII in right field.
Exergue
| Accession number | BZC.1967.17.4 |
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| Catalogue ID | as DOC 1:147, no. 230 |
| Ruler | Justinian I |
| Date of Reign | 527–565 |
| Metal | Copper |
| Denomination | Follis |
| Mint | Antioch |
| Date | 560/561 |
| Diameter | 32.0 mm |
| Weight | 17.37 g |
| Relation of Dies | 5:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
Purchased from Henry Weller, 17 May 1967