Justinian I solidus - Byzantine - 6th century / #M94

Technical features

- Coin dies set, allowing you to mint your historical coins yourself.
- Hardened steel bars, hardness 60-64 HRC. High resistance.
- A set consists of a bar 10cm long, and a bar 8cm long.
- Bars diameter: 25mm.
- Diameter of engraved patterns: 20mm.
- Deep engraving and perfectly crafted designs for optimal results.
- Manufactured in France, on order, and shipped worldwide within 2-4 weeks, from France!

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Historical informations

This Byzantine gold solidus was issued under Emperor Justinian I (AD 527–565), probably in Constantinople between AD 527 and 538. The obverse depicts the emperor in military attire, wearing a helmet and holding imperial insignia. The reverse features a winged angel or Victory figure holding a long cross and a globus cruciger, symbolising Christian faith and imperial authority. The inscription VICTORIA AVGGG celebrates imperial victory, while CONOB identifies the coin as fine gold associated with Constantinople. The solidus was a key currency of Byzantine trade and remained influential across the Mediterranean world.