Lot 2278
Justin II. Gold Solidus (4.39 g), 565-578. Ravenna. D N I-VSTI-NVS PP AVI, diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust of Justin II facing, holding Victory on globe and shield with horseman motif. Reverse: VICTORI-A AVCCC, Constantinopolis enthroned facing, head right, holding spear and globus cruciger; Z://CONOB. DOC 210; MIBE 20; SB 407. Rare. Well struck and lustrous. NGC grade MS; Strike: 5/5, Surface: 3/5. Edge marks. Estimate Value $1,000 - 1,200
From the Dr. Patrick Tan Collection. Ex Andre Constantine Dimitriadis Collection (Heritage 3035, 3 September 2014), 29331; Spink London (February 2002), 450.
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