Justin I AU Solidus – VICTORI-A AVGGG (Constantinople Mint)

Byzantine Gold Solidus of Justin I

Obv: D N IVSTI-NVS P P AVG, helmeted and cuirassed bust facing three-quarters to right, holding spear over shoulder and shield decorated with horseman spearing a fallen enemy.

Rev: VICTORI-A AVGGG and H (officina letter), angel standing facing, holding jewelled cross and cross on globe; star in right field; mintmark CONOB.

522 – 527 AD. · Constantinople Mint · SB 56

4.2g · 21mm

Rare Unlisted Officina