Justinian I, Copper, Decanummium, Rome, 555/556
Obverse
Frontal bust of Justinian I in plumed helmet, diadem, and cuirass. Globus cruciger in right hand, shield with horseman device on left shoulder.
DNIVSTINI-NVSPP
Obverse
Frontal bust of Justinian I in plumed helmet, diadem, and cuirass. Globus cruciger in right hand, shield with horseman device on left shoulder.
DNIVSTINI-NVSPP
Reverse
I with |N|N|O in left field and XX|VIIII in right field, all within a large wreath.
Accession number | BZC.2012.004 |
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Catalogue ID | as DOC 1:185, nos. 349.1–4 |
Ruler | Justinian I |
Date of Reign | 527–565 |
Metal | Copper |
Denomination | Decanummium |
Mint | Rome |
Date | 555/556 |
Diameter | 16.0 mm |
Weight | 2.49 g |
Relation of Dies | 6:00 |
Shape | Flat |
Acquisition History
Peter Schwartz, July 2012, from James H. Schwartz Collection, from Rudnik Numismatics, San Jose, CA
Commentary
MIBE 165, no. 229a.