Justinian I, AE Pentanummium, Antioch or Theoupolus mint, 527 – 565 AD

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Byzantine, Justinian I, AE Pentanummium, Antioch or Theoupolus mint, 527 – 565 AD
Obv: DN IVSTINIANVS PP AVG; Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Justinian right
Rev: Large E with cross at center, Γ to right
Ref: Sear243; DOC270; MIBE162 Rarity/Choice: Common, VF (attractive earthenn patina)
Note: This small Pentanummium shows the emperor diademed, draped, and cuirassed, asserting his authority across the provinces. The reverse bears a large “E” with a cross, marking its denomination and reflecting the fusion of imperial power with Christian symbolism, a hallmark of Justinian’s efforts to unify faith and governance throughout the empire.