Justinian I. Gold Solidus (4.31 g), 527-565 EF. Thessalonica, 538-545. D N IVSTINI-ANVS PP AVI, helmeted and cuirassed bust of Justinian I facing, holding globus cruciger and shield. Reverse: VICTORI-A AVCCC, angel standing facing, holding staff surmounted by staurogram and globus cruciger; in right field, star; CONOB. DOC 7 (Constantinople); MIBE 22 (Thessalonica); SB 138 (Constantinople). Flan slightly wavy. Lustrous. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $400 - 500
From the Aurora Family Collection.