Justinian I, clipped AV lightweight solidus (15.5 mm, 
2.17  g). Constantinople, AD 545-565. 

D N IVSTINI-AVS P P AVG, pearl-diademed, helmeted and 
cuirassed bust facing, holding cross on globe in right 
hand and shield decorated with horseman on left arm.
VICTORI-A AVGGG and officina letter I, angel standing 
facing, holding long, P-headed staff and cross on globe; 
star in right field. 

Mintmark OB XX (off flan).
MIB 16; Sear Byz. 142A.

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