Byzantine Empire, AV solidus, Justin II, 565-578 AD, Constantinople mint, NGC MS, strike 5/5, surface 3/5, brushed / scratches / clipped. DOC 4; MIB 4; SB 345. 4.48 grams. DN IVSTINIVS P P AVG, helmeted, draped, and cuirassed bust facing, holding crowning Victory on globus and shield decorated with horseman motif / VICTORIA AGGG, Constantinopolis seated facing on throne, head right, holding spear and globus cruciger. Strongly struck Mint State coin with sharp and centered design details, some surface hairlines and probable edge-clipping.
Estimate: 300 - 450 USD