Byzantine Empire, Justinian I, ‘the Great’ (527-565), AV Solidus

Description

Byzantine Empire, Justinian I, ‘the Great’ (527-565), AV Solidus, D N IVSTINIANVS P P AVG, pearl-diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust three-quarters facing to right, holding spear in right hand over shoulder and behind head, shield on left arm decorated with horseman running down fallen enemy, rev. VICTORIA AVGGG I, angel standing facing, holding long pelleted cross and globus cruciger, star to right, CONOB in exergue, 4.47g (SB 137), some wear, slightly rough surface, die flaw to reverse figure, good fine