Coin

MOA: University of British Columbia

3095/275

Byzantine coin of Justinian I, 527-565. Obverse: bust of Justinian I, facing right, with diadem; to left, it says 'NIVSTINI'; to right, 'SPP'. Reverse: large 'I'; to left and right, stars; above, cross; in exergue, 'CON.'

  • History Of Use

    "Decanummium" (denomination); DO# 34; Sear# 166.


  • Type of Item coin
  • Culture Byzantine
  • Material bronze metal
  • Measurements height 0.2 cm, diameter 1.8 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner David Herman
  • Received from David Herman

  • Made in Istanbul, Constantinopolis

  • Creation Date between 527 and 538
  • Ownership Date before February 2, 2015
  • Acquisition Date on February 2, 2015

  • Item Classes metalwork
  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3095/0275