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Follis (Coin) Portraying the Emperor Justin I or Justinian I

6th century
Bronze

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FROM THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO’S CATALOG

The front (obverse) of this coin portrays the emperor, either Justin I or Justinian I. The back (reverse) shows an inscription with cross and two stars.

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