Justin I

518 - 527

An experienced, though common, soldier, Justin was selected for the imperial throne on the death of Anastasius I. He recognised the brilliance of his young nephew, Justinian , and allowed himself to be guided by the young man's wisdom throughout much of his reign.

 

AE Follis

Obv : Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Justin, right.
DN IVSTINVS PP AVG

Rev : Large 'M', star before and after, cross above, officina letter below (A)
 

BCV 62 AD 518 - 527

Constantinople mint. 33mm diameter.

 

AE Follis

Obv : Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Justin, right.
DN IVSTINVS PP AVG

Rev : Large 'M', star before and after, cross above, officina letter below (A)
 

BCV 62 AD 518 - 527

Constantinople mint. 33mm diameter

 

AE Follis

Obv : Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Justin, right.
DN IVSTINVS PP AVG

Rev : Large 'M', star before, crescent after, cross above, officina letter below (epsilon?)
 

BCV 66 AD 518 - 527

Constantinople mint. 33mm diameter

 

AE Half Follis

Obv : Diademed and draped  bust of Justin, right.
DN IVSTINVS PP AVG

Rev : Large 'K', cross before, star above and below, officina letter after (delta)
 

BCV 69 AD 518 - 527

Constantinople mint. 23mm diameter