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Solidus of Justinian I
Byzantine
Early Byzantine Period
A.D. 545–565
Mint: Constantinople
Medium/Technique
Gold
Dimensions
Diameter: 21 mm. Weight: 4.46 gm. Die Axis: 6
Credit Line
Anonymous gift in memory of Zoë Wilbour (1864–1885)
Accession Number35.341
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CollectionsEurope, Ancient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsNumismatics – Coins
DescriptionObverse: Helmeted and cuirassed bust of Justinian I facing, and shield.
DNIVSTINI ANVSPPAVC
Reverse: Angel standing, facing, holding long linear staff surmounted by Chi-Rho.
VICTORI AAVCCC theta In exergue: CONOB
DNIVSTINI ANVSPPAVC
Reverse: Angel standing, facing, holding long linear staff surmounted by Chi-Rho.
VICTORI AAVCCC theta In exergue: CONOB
ProvenanceBy date unknown: U.S. Private Collection; April 4, 1935: Anonymous gift to MFA in memory of Zoë Wilbour