

Byzantine. Justinian I, 527-565. Pentanummium (Bronze, 12.19 mm, 1.37 g). Imitative mint, possibly in Sicily. AD 540-565. Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right. Rev. Large V, star above; all within wreath. DOC 369 var. (no star; uncertain mint). MIBE 246 var. (same). Sear 338 (Uncertain mint). Brownish patina. Exceptional for the issue: Nearly Extremely Fine. Rare.