© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Solidus - Gisulf II in the name of Justinian II
| Electrum | 4.06 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Benevento (Lombard Kingdom) |
|---|---|
| Duke | Gisulf II (742-751) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 742-751 |
| Value | 1 Solidus |
| Currency | Solidus (668-897) |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 4.06 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#145087 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Cross on four steps with upside-down monogram to the left and letter to the right, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
VICTOR - AGVSTO
QV - G
CONOB
Unabridged legend:
Victoria Augustus
Gisolfus
Constantinopolis
Translation:
Victory of the August.
Gisulf.
Constantinople.
Comment
Variant of the reverse with downside monogram:Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during a time of political turmoil. Justinian II was the last Byzantine Emperor to rule from Italy, and his reign was marked by conflicts with the Lombards, who eventually defeated him and took control of much of Italy. Despite this, the coin still bears his name and image, indicating the ongoing influence of the Byzantine Empire even in the face of political upheaval.
