Justin II, Copper, Half Follis, Nikomedeia, 574/575
Obverse
Justin II and Sophia enthroned.
DNIVSTI-NVSPP
Reverse
with cross above, |N|N|O in left field, X in right field, and NI below.
Exergue
NI
Obverse
Justin II and Sophia enthroned.
DNIVSTI-NVSPP
Reverse
with cross above, |N|N|O in left field, X in right field, and NI below.
Exergue
NI
| Accession number | BZC.1974.5.9 |
|---|---|
| Ruler | Justin II |
| Date of Reign | 565–578 |
| Associated Authority | Sophia (wife of Justin II) |
| Metal | Copper |
| Denomination | Half Follis |
| Mint | Nikomedeia |
| Date | 574/575 |
| Diameter | 23.0 mm |
| Weight | 6.77 g |
| Relation of Dies | 6:00 |
| Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
From Henry Weller, 19 April 1974
Commentary
Variant of DOC 1:233, no. 112 (no cross between heads).
MIBEC 97, no. 47a.