Coin

MOA: University of British Columbia

3095/382

Byzantine coin of Justinian I, 527-565. Obverse: bust of Justinian I, facing right, with diadem; to left, inscription says 'DNIV'; to right, 'PPAVI'. Reverse: large ‘V’ surrounded by wreath.

  • History Of Use

    “Pentanummium” (denomination); DO# 369; Sear# 337.


  • Type of Item coin
  • Culture Byzantine
  • Material bronze metal
  • Measurements height 0.2 cm, diameter 1.2 cm (overall)

  • Previous Owner David Herman
  • Received from David Herman

  • Made in Rome

  • Creation Date between 538 and 565
  • Ownership Date before February 2, 2015
  • Acquisition Date on February 2, 2015

  • Item Classes metalwork
  • Condition good
  • Accession Number 3095/0382