Justin I; AE Pentanummium, Cherson
Description:
Justin I (518 - 527 AD). AE Pentanummium, Constantinople mint for Cherson. DN IVSTINVS PP AVG; pearl diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right / VICTOR; emperor standing facing, holding long cross and shield.
Diameter:
AE15 mm
Weight:
2,76 g
Grade:
gF/gF
Attribution:
SB 112B
Commentary:
scarce; dark green patina
History:
Justin I stands as a dividing point between the old thouroghly Roman empire and the dominantly eastern and Greek empire of the next millenium.
Article Number:
061-06-08-42750