Byzantine Gold Solidus – Emperor Justin II, Constantinople 10th Officina (AD 567–578), NGC Ch AU
$1,495.00
Authentic Byzantine gold solidus of Emperor Justin II, struck at Constantinople's 10th officina. Facing bust holding Victory, enthroned Constantinopolis reverse. NGC Choice AU. Ex Peter Jones M.D. Collection, ex Roma Numismatics.
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Description
JUSTIN II, 565-578. AV Solidus (4.51 gms), Constantinople Mint, 10th Officina, ca. 567-578. NGC Ch AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5. Brushed.
S-345. Obverse: Helmeted and cuirassed bust facing, holding shield and globus surmounted by crowning Victory; Reverse: Constantinopolis seated facing on throne, head right, holding spear and globus cruciger; I//CONOB.
Provenance: From the Peter Jones M.D. Collection.
Ex: Roma Numismatics E-Sale 40 (10/2017) Lot # 961.