Justinian I, 527-565. Solidus (Gold, 20.5 mm, 4.19 g, 6 h), Constantinople, I = 10th officina, 527-537. DN IVSTINI-ANVS PP AVI Helmeted, diademed and cuirassed bust of Justinian I 3/4 facing, turned slightly to the right, holding spear in his right hand and with a shield over his left shoulder. Rev. VICTORI-A AVCCCI / CONOB Angel standing facing, holding long cross in his right hand and globus cruciger in his left; to right, star. DOC 3i. MIB 5. SB 137. An attractive, well-struck piece. Die break and graffito of E on the obverse and with slightly clipped edges, otherwise, nearly extremely fine.
From a Swiss collection.