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Justin II & Empress Sophia Bronze Coin from Constantinople — The Imperial Couple of Byzantium
Justin II & Empress Sophia Bronze Coin from Constantinople — The Imperial Couple of Byzantium
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Justin II & Sophia Bronze Follis from Constantinople — The Imperial Couple of Byzantium
Own a Coin Featuring a Byzantine Emperor and Empress
A real Byzantine bronze follis of Justin II and Empress Sophia, struck in Constantinople during the height of the Byzantine Empire.
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👑 Features both Emperor Justin II and Empress Sophia seated together
🏛 Struck in Constantinople, the capital of the Byzantine Empire
🤲 The exact historic coin pictured is the one you'll receive
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Why This Coin Matters
This authentic bronze Follis was struck during the reign of Justin II (AD 565–578), the nephew and successor of the great Emperor Justinian I. As Justinian's chosen heir, Justin II inherited one of the largest empires in the Mediterranean, but also the enormous challenge of defending it.
One of the most distinctive features of this coin is its depiction of Justin II seated beside his wife, Empress Sophia. Few ancient coins prominently feature an imperial couple, making this issue one of the most recognizable and historically significant coins of the Byzantine Empire. Their joint portrait symbolized the unity and authority of the imperial household at the heart of Byzantine government.
This coin was struck during Year 5 of Justin II's reign at the imperial mint of Constantinople, where millions of bronze coins were produced for everyday commerce throughout the empire. It circulated through the markets, churches, and streets of one of history's greatest cities over 1,400 years ago.
Today, these impressive bronze folles remain among the most popular Byzantine coins, admired for their large size, bold design, and direct connection to the emperors who ruled from Constantinople.
Perfect For
- First-time ancient coin collectors
- Byzantine and Roman history enthusiasts
- Collectors of imperial portrait coins
- Christian history lovers
- Anyone looking for a meaningful, unique gift
What You'll Receive
- The exact Justin II & Sophia bronze follis pictured
- Struck at the Constantinople Mint
- Year 5 issue (AD 569/570)
- 24 mm • 12.45 grams
- Sear Byzantine 360
- Guaranteed authentic
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- Guaranteed authentic ancient coin
- Carefully sourced and attributed
- 30-day return policy
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