Byzantine Empire Solidus - Justinian I, 527 – 538
VICTORIA AVGGG; Constantinopolis
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma
(498 – 720)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Solidus - Justinian I
Year
527 – 538
Ruler
Justinian I
(527–565)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.5
Diameter (mm)
21
Thickness (mm)
0.8
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Solidus - Justinian I from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 527 to 538. Struck in Gold. Measures 21 mm and weighs 4.5 g.
- Obverse
- Helmeted and cuirassed bust facing, holding cross on globe and shield
- Reverse
- Angel standing facing, holding linear, P-headed cross and cross on globe; star in right field; mintmark CONOB.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (527-538) CONOB A | — | Constantinopolis, 1st officina | ||
| ND (527-538) CONOB B | — | Constantinopolis, 2nd officina | ||
| ND (527-538) CONOB H | — | Constantinopolis, 8th officina | ||
| ND (527-538) CONOB I | — | Constantinopolis, 10th officina | ||
| ND (527-538) CONOB IB | — | Constantinopolis, 11th officina | ||
| ND (527-538) CONOB S | — | Constantinopolis, 6th officina | ||
| ND (527-538) CONOB Z | — | Constantinopolis, 7th officina | ||
| ND (527-538) CONOB Γ | — | Constantinopolis, 3rd officina | ||
| ND (527-538) CONOB Δ | — | Constantinopolis, 4th officina | ||
| ND (527-538) CONOB Θ | — | Constantinopolis, 9th officina | ||
| ND (527-538) CONOB Є | — | Constantinopolis, 5th officina |
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