Justinian II. Gold Solidus (4.47 g), second reign, 705-711 Mint State. Constantinople. δ N IhS ChS REX RGNANTIЧM, bust of Christ facing, raising hand in benediction and holding Gospels; cross behind head. Reverse: D N IЧSTINIA-NЧS ET TibERIЧS PP A', crowned half-length figures of Justinian II, on left, and Tiberius, on right, facing, each wearing divitision and chlamys, holding between them cross potent on two steps. DOC 2b; MIB 2b; SB 1415. Mirror-like luster. Mint State. Estimated Value $2,500 - 3,000
Purchased in 2000; From the Aurora Family Collection.