Lombards. Interregnum. Gold Solidus (4.00 g), ca. 758. In the name of Byzantine emperor Justinian II. D N I - - INVS PP, crowned bust of Justinian II facing, holding globus cruciger and akakia. Reverse: VICTOR ΔSVSTO, cross potent on globe, set on four steps; in left field, hand; CONOB. MEC i, -; Friedberg 97; BMC Vandals 5 (uncertain). Bold. Very Rare. A magnificent example! Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $2,500
Ex The William Oldknow Collection.