Byzantine - Justin I - Tremissis > Lot No. 177

Description:
518-527 AD. Constantinople. Obv: pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right with DN IVSTINVS PP AVG legend. Rev: Victory advancing right holding wreath and cross on globe. Star over officina I in right field, mintmark CONOB in exergue with .VICTORIA AVGVSTORV legend.

Measurements:
1.49 grams.

Condition:
Extremely fine.

References:
DOC 4; Sear Byz. 58; Wildwinds (this coin).

Export licence:
No

Estimate: £150 - 250 (EUR 180 - 300; USD 240 - 400)

Auction date: Friday 19th March 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £160