Justin I, 518-527. Solidus (Gold, 20 mm, 4.51 g, 7 h), Constantinopolis, 519-527. D N IVSTINVS P P AVG Pearl-diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust of Justin I facing slightly to right, holding spear in his right hand and with a shield decorated with horseman over his left shoulder. Rev. VICTORIA AVGGG A / CONOB Angel standing facing, holding long linear cross with his right hand and globus cruciger in his left; in field to right, star. DOC 2a. MIB 3. SB 56. A lustrous example with an excellent portrait. Die break and minor marks on the obverse, otherwise, virtually as struck.