Byzantine Empire Light Solidus - Justin II, 567 – 570
VICTORIA AVGGG; Ravenna
Information
Country
Byzantine Empire
Byzantine Empire
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma
(498 – 720)
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Light Solidus - Justin II
Year
567 – 570
Ruler
Justin II
(565–578)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.18
Diameter (mm)
20
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Light Solidus - Justin II from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 567 to 570. Struck in Gold. Measures 20 mm and weighs 4.18 g.
- Obverse
- Bust of Justin II facing, diademed, draped, cuirassed, holding Victory on globe with right hand and shield on left shoulder. (Dominus Noster Justinus Perpetuus Augustus.Our lord Justin, eternal august.)
- Reverse
- Constantinopolis seated facing with head right, holding long sceptre with right hand and globus cruciger in left hand. (Victoria Augustorum Trium.The victory of our three augusts.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (567-570) P | — | 1st officina | ||
| ND (567-570) Z | — | 6th officina |
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