Description: Justin II (565 - 575) and Sophia. AE Decanummium, Antioch mint, year 6. Imperial couple seated facing, both nimbate and holding cross on globe between them / Large I topped with cross between ANNO and regnal year, THEUP in ex.

Diameter: AE18 mm

Weight: 2,6 g

Grade: aVF/VF

Attribution: Sear 383

Commentary: olive patina with minor deposits, sharp reverse

History: Justin II, son of Justinian's sister, was one of the candidates for succession, the second being the son of Justinian's cousin, Germanus, also called Justin; after becoming an emperor, Justinian II had his rival murdered in bed in Alexandria and reportedly having his head delivered, kicked it.

Article Number: 011-01-05-41652