Justinian I, Copper, Half Follis, Antioch, 546/547
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, |N|N|O in left field, XX in left field, and below.
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, |N|N|O in left field, XX in left field, and below.
| Accession number | BZC.1974.5.6 |
|---|---|
| Catalogue ID | as DOC I:149, no. 237a |
| Ruler | Justinian I |
| Date of Reign | 527–565 |
| Metal | Copper |
| Denomination | Half Follis |
| Mint | Antioch |
| Date | 546/547 |
| Diameter | 26.0 mm |
| Weight | 9.86 g |
| Relation of Dies | 11:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
From Henry Weller, 19 April 1974
Commentary
Note that the obverse die is in fact a follis die, though this is a half follis.
MIBE 149, no. 154a.