Byzantine Empire Solidus - Justinian I, 547 – 549
VICTORIA AVGGG; Rome
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma
(498 – 720)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Solidus - Justinian I
Year
547 – 549
Ruler
Justinian I
(527–565)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.39
Diameter (mm)
20
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Solidus - Justinian I from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 547 to 549. Struck in Gold. Measures 20 mm and weighs 4.39 g.
- Obverse
- Helmeted and cuirassed bust of Justinian facing, holding globus cruciger in his right hand and shield with his left.
- Reverse
- Angel standing facing, holding long staff terminating in Christogram with right hand and globus cruciger in left; in field to right, six pointed star.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (547-549) COMOK-Δ | — | DOC 1 320c.2 | ||
| ND (547-549) CONOB-A | — | DOC 1 320a | ||
| ND (547-549) CONOB-B | — | DOC 1 320b | ||
| ND (547-549) CONOB-I | — | DOC 1 320f | ||
| ND (547-549) CONOB-Z | — | DOC 1 320d | ||
| ND (547-549) CONOI-Δ | — | DOC 1 320c.1 | ||
| ND (547-549) CONOK-H | — | DOC 1 320e |
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