Miliarense - Justinian I (GLORIA ROMANORVM; Constantinopolis; Head Left, Bust Right) ND (527-565) front Miliarense - Justinian I (GLORIA ROMANORVM; Constantinopolis; Head Left, Bust Right) ND (527-565) back
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Miliarense - Justinian I GLORIA ROMANORVM; Constantinopolis; Head Left, Bust Right ND

 
Silver 4.3 g 21 mm
Description
Issuer
Byzantine Empire (Byzantine states)
Emperor
Justinian I (527-565)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
527-565
Value
1 Miliarense = 2 Siliqua = 1⁄12 Solidus Nomisma
Currency
First Solidus Nomisma (498-720)
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.3 g
Diameter
21 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-03
References
Numista
N#300734
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Emperor, nimbate, standing facing, with his head turned to left, holding spear and globus cruciger, star to right, COB in exergue.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
GLORIA ROMANORVM
COB

Translation: "Glory of the Romans"

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Justinian I, who was the Byzantine Emperor from 527 to 565 AD. He is known for his ambitious building projects, including the construction of the Hagia Sophia, which was completed during his reign and remains one of the most famous landmarks in Istanbul, Turkey.