ANCIENT COINS, BYZANTINE EMPIRE, Justinian I. Gold Solidus (4.36 g), 527-565. Constantinople, 527-537. D N IVSTINI-ANVS PP AVC, helmeted and cuirassed bust of Justinian I facing slightly right, holding spear over shoulder and shield with horseman spearing an enemy below. Rev. VICTORI-A AVGGG, angel standing facing, holding long cross and globus cruciger; in right field, star; A//CONOB. (DOC 3d; MIBE 5; SB 137). Some luster remaining. Extremely fine.
Estimate: $ 500