Justinus II, 565-578. Solidus 567-578, Ravenna. Officina Z. D N I -VSTI -NVS PP AVG Helmeted, cuirassed bust facing, holding in right hand globus surmounted by Victory with wreath, shield with horseman device on left shoulder. Rv. VICTORI A AVGGG Z Constantinopolis seated facing, head turned to right, holding spear in right hand and globus cruciger in left hand. CONOB in exergue. 4.35 g. Sear 407. DOC 210a var. (Z not inverted). MIB 20a. Rare. Some weak striking on edge. Uncirculated.
(~€ 700/USD 810)
Purchased from Simon Bendall, London in 1992.