Large copper coin struck for Emperor Justinian I at the Constantinople Mint.
Sear 165, approx. 27mm, 9.65g.
Well struck with full legends.
Obverse: D N IVSTINIANVS PP AVG, Helmeted and cuirassed bust facing holding gl cr and shield, to right cross.
Reverse: Demonation K = 20 nummia = 1/2 follis, officinia Γ, reign year ANNO XYIIII (19) = 545/6 CE.
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Justinian the Great was the Eastern Roman emperor from 527 to 565. During his reign, Justinian sought to revive the empire's greatness and reconquer the lost western half of the historical Roman Empire. His reign also marked a blossoming of Byzantine culture, and his building program yielded such masterpieces as the church of Hagia Sophia.