Justinian I, Gold, Solidus, Constantinople, 527-565
Obverse
Frontal bust of Justinian I holding globus cruciger in right hand. No pellets on breastplate.
DNIVSTINI-NVSPPVC
Reverse
Frontal view of angel with long staff with staurogram () at top in right hand, globus cruciger in left hand.
VICTORI-VCCCI
Symbol
Star in field right.
Exergue
CONOB
Obverse
Frontal bust of Justinian I holding globus cruciger in right hand. No pellets on breastplate.
DNIVSTINI-NVSPPVC
Reverse
Frontal view of angel with long staff with staurogram () at top in right hand, globus cruciger in left hand.
VICTORI-VCCCI
Symbol
Star in field right.
Exergue
CONOB
| Accession number | BZC.1969.39 |
|---|---|
| Ruler | Justinian I |
| Date of Reign | 527–565 |
| Metal | Gold |
| Denomination | Solidus |
| Mint | Constantinople |
| Date | 527 – 565 |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Weight | 4.47 g |
| Relation of Dies | 6:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
From Joel Malter, 16 November 1969
Commentary
Variant of DOC 1:71, no. 9j (no pellets on breastplate).