Justinian I, Copper, Follis, Kyzikos, 557/558
Obverse
Frontal bust of Justinian I wearing helmet with plume, diadem, and cuirass. Globus cruciger in right hand and shield with horseman device on left shoulder.
DNIVSTINI-NIVSPPV
Symbol
In right field, cross.
Reverse
with cross above, |N|N|O in left field, X|X|XI in right field, and B below.
Exergue
KYZ
Obverse
Frontal bust of Justinian I wearing helmet with plume, diadem, and cuirass. Globus cruciger in right hand and shield with horseman device on left shoulder.
DNIVSTINI-NIVSPPV
Symbol
In right field, cross.
Reverse
with cross above, |N|N|O in left field, X|X|XI in right field, and B below.
Exergue
KYZ
| Accession number | BZC.1972.32 |
|---|---|
| Ruler | Justinian I |
| Date of Reign | 527–565 |
| Metal | Copper |
| Denomination | Follis |
| Mint | Kyzikos |
| Date | 557/558 |
| Diameter | 31.0 mm |
| Weight | 17.7 g |
| Relation of Dies | 11:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
From J. Schulman, list 203, no. 327, 5 December 1972
Commentary
Cf. DOC 1:130, no. 181 (B instead of ).
MIBE 139, no. 120a.