Leu Numismatik AG
Web Auction 24 3-6 Dec 2022
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Justin II, with Sophia, 565-578. Follis (Bronze, 28 mm, 12.34 g, 6 h), Nicomedia, RY 5 = 570/1. [D N IVSTI]NVS P P AVG Justin II, holding globus cruciger in his right hand, and Sophia, holding cruciform scepter in her right hand, seated facing on double throne. Rev. Large M between A/N/N/O and Ч; above, cross; below, A; in exergue, NIKO. DOC 96a.1-2. MIB 46. SB 369. Light scratches, otherwise, 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.