Justin I; AE Decanummium, Antioch
Description:
Justin I (518 - 527 AD) AE Decanummium, Antioch mint, 1st officina. DN IVSTINVS PP AVG; diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust right / A CONCORDI, large I surmounted by cross, pellet on each side; ANTX in ex.
Diameter:
AE22 mm
Weight:
3,72 g
Grade:
aVF/aVF
Attribution:
SB 108; DOC 54; MIB 62
Commentary:
rare; dark brown patina with bronze highlights, obverse off center
History:
Justin had his rivals to the throne assasinated just a couple of days after his election.
Article Number:
002-06-06-44149