Description: Justin I (518 - 527 AD). AE Pentanummium, Cherson mint. Diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right / VICTOR; emperor standing, holding long cross and globe.

Diameter: AE13 mm

Weight: 1,76 g

Grade: aVF/aVF

Attribution: MIBE 78; Sear 112 C

Commentary: rare; dark grey patina

History: Justin was a devout Catholic and acknoledged the principle of Roman supremacy - a mere temporary eastern deferral to the Western Church which was not long lasted.

Article Number: 051-10-01-41652