Byzantine Gold Solidus – Emperor Justinian I, Constantinople 10th Officina (AD 542–565) | Choice AU

Description

BYZANTINE EMPIRE: Justinian I, 527-565, AV solidus (3.18g), Constantinople, 542-565, SB-140, 10th officina, cuirassed bust facing, wearing helmet with pendilia, holding globus cruciger and shield decorated with horseman motif // angel standing facing, holding staurogram-tipped staff and globus cruciger, star in right field, rotated double striking on both sides, clipped, faint hairlines, Choice AU.