Justin I, Copper, Half Follis, Antioch, 518-527
Obverse
Bust of Justin I facing right wearing a cape and diadem.
DNIVSTINVISPPVC
Reverse
K with long cross in left field with A|T vertically to left and N|X vertically to right; Γ in right field.
Obverse
Bust of Justin I facing right wearing a cape and diadem.
DNIVSTINVISPPVC
Reverse
K with long cross in left field with A|T vertically to left and N|X vertically to right; Γ in right field.
| Accession number | BZC.1969.27 |
|---|---|
| Ruler | Justin I |
| Date of Reign | 518–527 |
| Metal | Copper |
| Denomination | Half Follis |
| Mint | Antioch |
| Date | 518 – 527 |
| Diameter | 25.0 mm |
| Weight | 7.93 g |
| Relation of Dies | 12:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
Purchased from L. L. Berkler Associates, Washington, 18 July 1969
Commentary
MIBE 103, no. 61 (Γ), cites this specimen and notes that the whole issue sometimes has “crosses” on the head.