{"product_id":"justinian-i-byzantine-follis-constantinople-mint-527-565-ad","title":"Justinian I Byzantine Follis – Constantinople Mint (527–565 AD)","description":"\u003cp\u003eLarge Byzantine bronze follis issued under Emperor Justinian I, one of the most important rulers of the Eastern Roman Empire and builder of the Hagia Sophia. Features the classic large “M” denomination reverse used throughout the Byzantine Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA substantial 32mm example with attractive dark patina, bold portrait, and clear large “M” reverse. Includes attribution card from Kenny’s Ancient Coins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmperor: Justinian I\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDate: 527–565 AD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDenomination: AE Follis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMint: Constantinople\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiameter: Approx. 32mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eObverse: Diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReverse: Large M, cross above, stars flanking, officina mark below, CON in exergue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference: Sear 216\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorical significance:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJustinian I ruled during the height of Byzantine power and attempted to reconquer the western Roman Empire. Coins from his reign are highly collectible due to their strong historical connection to the transition from Rome to Byzantium.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buccaneer Bullion Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47164260483203,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/2475\/1235\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_ba47c587-e572-4b00-a4f2-e7e0dedb663d.jpg?v=1778896039","url":"https:\/\/buccaneer-bullion-co.myshopify.com\/products\/justinian-i-byzantine-follis-constantinople-mint-527-565-ad","provider":"Buccaneer Bullion Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}