Solidus of Justinian I SB139

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Sear:139
DOC:vol.I.pl.I,8d
Ruler:Justinian I (527-565)
Metal:Gold
Denomination:Solidus
Mint:Constantinople
Description:Justinian I. AV Solidus. Constantinople mint.
AV: D N IVSTINI ANVS P P AVG Emperor, helmeted and cuirassed bust facing three-quarters to right, holding cross on globe and shield.
RV: VICTORI-A AVGGG Angel standing facing, holding linear cross and cross on globe, star in right field.
DOC vol.I.pl.I,8d
Avers:D N IVSTINI ANVS P P AVG
Avers description:Emperor, helmeted and cuirassed bust facing three-quarters to right, holding cross on globe and shield.
Revers:VICTORI-A AVGGG
Revers description:Angel standing facing, holding linear cross and cross on globe, star in right field.
Mintmark:CONOB
Comment:MIB 6