JUSTINIAN II, SECOND REIGN, 705-711. AV Solidus (4.48 gms), Constantinople Mint. NGC MS, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.S-1413. Facing bust of Christ Pantokrator, wearing pallium and colobium, holding Gospels and raising hand in Benediction; Reverse: Crowned facing bust of Justinian II holding cross potent on three steps in right hand, globus cruciger inscribed "PAX" in left hand. Sharply struck and nicely centered, with tremendous luster. Full legends on both sides and highly attractive.Previously purchased from NFA.
