Leu Numismatik AG
Web Auction 24 3-6 Dec 2022
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Justinian I, 527-565. Follis (Bronze, 37 mm, 19.65 g, 6 h), Cyzicus, RY 21 = 547/8. D N IVSTINI-ANVS P P AVI Helmeted and cuirassed bust of Justinian I facing, holding globus cruciger in his right hand and shield, decorated with cavalryman, with his left; in right field, cross. Rev. Large M between A/N/N/O and X/X/I; above, cross; below, A; in exergue, KYZ. DOC 173a. MIB 120. SB 207. A large and impressive issue. Very fine.
From the Red Ox Collection and the collection of the Czech musician Adolf Picek (circa 1885-1978), and formerly in the possession of an Italian banker, whose life was saved by Mr. Picek in the Battles of the Piave River on the Italian Front in 1917-1918 and who presented his savior with 'four socks of old coins' in reward.
From the Red Ox Collection and the collection of the Czech musician Adolf Picek (circa 1885-1978), and formerly in the possession of an Italian banker, whose life was saved by Mr. Picek in the Battles of the Piave River on the Italian Front in 1917-1918 and who presented his savior with 'four socks of old coins' in reward.