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Light Solidus - Justin II Constantinopolis ND
| Gold | 3.7 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Justin II (565-578) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 565-578 |
| Value | Light Solidus = 20⁄24 Solidus (⅚) |
| Currency | First Solidus Nomisma (498-720) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.7 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#366677 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Constantinopolis seated facing, head right, holding scepter and globe
Lettering:
VICTORIA AVGGG I
OBXX
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Light Solidus - Justin II (Constantinopolis) ND (565-578) coin is that it features an image of the Byzantine Emperor Justin II on one side and an image of the Virgin Mary on the other. This coin was minted during a time of religious and political upheaval in the Byzantine Empire, and the inclusion of the Virgin Mary's image may have been a way to promote the idea of divine protection and guidance during this tumultuous period.
