Justinian I, Copper, Follis, Antioch, 557/558
Obverse
Frontal bust of Justinian I wearing helmet with plume, diadem with trefoil ornament in front, and cuirass. Globus cruciger in right hand, shield with horseman device on left shoulder.
DNIVSTINI-NVSPPV
Symbol
Cross in right field.
Obverse
Frontal bust of Justinian I wearing helmet with plume, diadem with trefoil ornament in front, and cuirass. Globus cruciger in right hand, shield with horseman device on left shoulder.
DNIVSTINI-NVSPPV
Symbol
Cross in right field.
Reverse
with cross above, |N|N|O in left field, X|X|XI in right field, and E below.
Exergue
H
Accession number | BZC.1972.35 |
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Ruler | Justinian I |
Date of Reign | 527–565 |
Metal | Copper |
Denomination | Follis |
Mint | Antioch |
Date | 557/558 |
Diameter | 34.0 mm |
Weight | 20.27 g |
Relation of Dies | 7:00 |
Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
From J. Schulman, list 203, no. 348, 5 December 1972
Commentary
Cf. DOC 1:146, no. 227b (E instead of Γ).
MIBE 148, no. 147a.