1 Solidus Byzantine Empire (330-1453) Gold Justinian I (482-565)

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Denomination:

1 Solidus

Metal:

Gold

State:

Byzantine Empire (330-1453)

Issue year(s):

527-552

Person:

Justinian I (482-565)

Denomination: Solidus
Mint Period: 542-565 AD
Mint Place: Constantinople
Culture: Eastern Roman Empire
References: Friedberg 73, Sear 140, Doc 9j. R!
Diameter: 20mm
Material: Gold!
Weight: 4.45gm

Obverse: Helmeted, armoured bust facing, holding globe cruciger and shield decorated with horseman motif.
Legend: D N IVSTINI-ANVS PP AVG

Reverse: Angel standing facing, holding staff with Christogram and globus cruciger. Star in right field.
Legend: VICTORI-A AVGGG
Exergue: CONOB

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Byzantine Empire, Justinian I (527-565AD) Ancient Gold Solidus Coin. R!

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