Bronze Coin - Half Follis c 565-578 AD

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Bronze Coin - Half Follis, E. Roman - Byzantine Empire, c. 565-578 AD. 

Ruler: Justin II and Sophia.

Obv: Emperor and Empress seated on double throne.

Rev: ''K'', ''ANNO X'', TES IN EX. 

Mint: Thessalonica. 

Ex: Malter Gallery. Scarce! (20mm, 5.49gm) 

Justin II was Byzantine Emperor from 565 to 574. He was the husband of Sophia, nephew of Justinian I and the Empress Theodora, and was therefore a member of the Justinian Dynasty.

His reign is marked by war with Persia and the loss of the greater part of Italy. He presented the Cross of Justin II to Saint Peter's, Rome.

 

  • Inventory# PA-2838
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