JUSTIN II, 565-578. AV Solidus (4.39 gms), Alexandria Mint, 2nd Officinae. NGC MS, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Scuffs.S-347 (Constantinople). <strong>VERY SCARCE</strong>. Helmeted, cuirassed, and beardless bust holding globe surmounted by Victory; Reverse: Constantinopolis seated facing right, holding globus cruciger and spear, cross in left field. Minor clipping, some scuffs on the reverse. Sharply struck portrait of unusual style.Ex: Classical Numismatic Group Electronic Auction #100 October 2004, lot 194.
