Theoderic, 493 – 526
Pseudo-Imperial Coinage. In the name of Justin I, 518-527. Quarter siliqua, Ravenna 518-526, AR 0.68 g. D N IVSTI – [NVS] P AVC Pearl-diademed and draped bust r. Rev. Monogram of Theoderic; above, cross. All within wreath. MIB I, 49 (Roma). Metlich 55. Demo 108. MEC 1, 121 (Roma).
Lovely iridescent tone and extremely fine
From a Swiss collection from Tessin assembled in the 20s (sold with its original ticket).