Byzantine Empire. Justinian I, 527-565 AD Constantinople, RY 13 = AD 539/540
Byzantine Empire. Justinian I, 527-565 AD Constantinople, RY 13 = AD 539/540
$975.00
AE 40 Nummi, 22.81g (40mm, 12h).
D N IVSTINIANVS P P AVC, helmeted and cuirassed bust facing, holding globus cruciger and shield decorated with horseman motif; cross in r. field / Large M; cross above, ANNO to l., XIII to r., Δ below, CON in exergue
Pedigree: From the inventory of a UK dealer.
References: MIBE 95a; DOC 38d; Sear 163
Grade: Well struck and centered, all details on flan. Some wear on both faces. Hard green patina. aboutEF+ for issue. (bz1048c)