Justinian I (527-565). AR Half Siliqua (?) Ravenna mint. D/ DN IVSTINIANVS AV(ligate) G. Diademed bust right, wearing robe ornamented by row of pellets. R/ Large staurogram on globus with step at base; on either side, star; all within wreath. D.O. 339; Sear 320; Ranieri. AR. g. 0.68 mm. 12.50 R. Rare. A very attractive example, well centred, with obverse legend unusually complete. Enchanting iridescent old cabinet tone. About EF.