Byzantine Empire Light Solidus - Justin II, 565 – 578

Constantinopolis

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Byzantine Empire Byzantine Empire
Currency First Solidus Nomisma (498 – 720)
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination Light Solidus = 20⁄24 Solidus
Year 565 – 578
Ruler Justin II (565–578)
Composition Gold
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered
Weight (g) 3.7
Diameter (mm) 20
Demonetized Yes

Description

Light Solidus = 20⁄24 Solidus from Byzantine Empire. Issued from 565 to 578. Struck in Gold. Measures 20 mm and weighs 3.7 g.

Obverse
Helmeted and cuirassed bust facing, holding Victory on globe and shield (“Dominus Noster Iustinius Perpetuus Augustus”
(Our Lord Justinus perpetual august))
Reverse
Constantinopolis seated facing, head right, holding scepter and globe

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (565-578)  —

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