Justinian I, AE Pentanummium, Constantinopolis, AD 538-542

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Byzantine, Justinian I, 527-565, AE Pentanummium (bronze, 1.9g, 16.5mm), Constantinopolis, AD 538-542
Obv: D N IVSTINIANVS P P AVG; Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Justinian I to right
Rev: Large Є; to right, A
Ref: MIB 103a; SB 170 Rarity/Choice: Scarce, VF (attractive with full legend)
Note: This Pentanummium project imperial authority across the empire. The reverse bears a large “Є” with an “A”, marking its denomination, part of Justinian’s systematic monetary reforms that strengthened Byzantine coinage and reinforced the emperor’s presence even in small bronze change.