Auction Catalogue

20 June 2007

Starting at 10:00 AM

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Ancient Coins, Numismatic Books

Washington Mayfair Hotel  London  W1J 5HE

Lot

№ 506

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20 June 2007

Hammer Price:
£310

Justin I (518-527), Solidus, c. 522-7, helmeted and cuirassed bust facing, holding spear over shoulder and shield decorated with horseman spearing a fallen enemy, rev. victoria avgggb, Victory standing facing, holding jewelled cross and globus cruciger, 4.47g/6h (MIB 3; Sear 56). Extremely fine, rare (£250-300)

Provenance:
Prof. B.K. Gills Collection