Byzantine coin. Obverse: bust facing forward, wearing crown; no inscriptions visible. Reverse: large 'I'; to the left, a vertical 'VS'; to the right, a vertical 'TN'.

• History Of Use

  "Decanummium" (denomination).

• Narrative

  Mint uncertain. Possibly the reign of Justinus. Likely 6th century based on the style of the bust on obverse.

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• Type of Item coin
• Culture Byzantine
• Material bronze metal
• Measurements height 0.2 cm, diameter 1.7 cm (overall)

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• Previous Owner David Herman
• Received from David Herman

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• Made in Turkey

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• Creation Date between 527 and 602
• Ownership Date before February 2, 2015
• Acquisition Date on February 2, 2015

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• Item Classes metalwork
• Condition good
• Accession Number 3095/0144