Byzantine Empire. Justinian I, 527-565 AD Nicomedia, Regnal year 12 or c. 538/9 AD
Byzantine Empire. Justinian I, 527-565 AD Nicomedia, Regnal year 12 or c. 538/9 AD
$1,200.00
AE Follis , 22.43g (40mm, 6h).
D.N. IVSTINIANVS PP. AVG Helmeted and cuirassed bust facing, holding globus cruciger and shield; to r. cross / Large M between A/N/N/O and roman numberal XII (for regnal year 12); above, cross; below, mint mark (B); in exergue, NIKO
Pedigree: From the estate of Lane Brunner
References: Sear 201. Hahn 113. Berk 227
Grade: Nice large flan with areas of wear. Some areas of porosity and a few minor scratches. Previously encapsulated and graded XF, Strike 4/5, Surface 3/5
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