Name: Auction: Justin II (AD 565-578) AV Solidus, Constantinople, 4.45g.
Brand: Stanley Gibbons Baldwin's
Price: 450 GBP
Availability: InStock

Stanley Gibbons Baldwin’s marks the 125th edition of its Ancient, British and World Coin Auction, meticulously curated by in-house specialists. The sale spans Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Celtic, British, World and Islamic sections. &nbsp;Ancient highlights include two Ptolemaic Gold Octodrachms, an exceptional Dold Double decadrachm of Agathokles, a Siculo-Punic tetradrachm, and an extremely rare Carausius denarius recorded on the PAS. Celtic material ranges from a Bronze Age lock-ring to gold staters of Gaul and Britain, culminating in a superb ‘Classic’ Cunobelin stater. Within the British coin section, notable pieces include Anglo-Saxon pennies and hammered gold such as an Edward III Quarter-Noble, Elizabeth I Quarter Angel and pledge penny—and important hammered silver of Edward I, Henry VII, Henry VIII and Edward VI. Milled items include a lovely George II Two Guineas and the third tranche from 'The Frank Waley Collection', featuring a 1663 Charles II Shilling NGC MS63 and Victoria Gothic Crowns to PF65. World coins present a date run of Brazilian 960 Reis of João VI, early Hong Kong issues, rare Medieval Indian gold Gadyanas, the finest known Saladin commemorative Pound, a Genoese Quintuple Doppia AU58, and a Mint State Paul I Rouble and the Islamic section includes fine selections of dinars and rare Artuqid bronzes, capped by a stunning Ottoman Double Zeri Mahbub.

1796 George III 4 Reales Oval Countermark 

Stanley Gibbons Baldwin's Ancient, British & World Coins - Auction 125

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A H Baldwin & Sons Ltd has a history that dates back to 1872, and is one of the largest and longest established numismatic dealers and auction houses in the world. As a distinguished name in the numismatic trade, they have seamlessly transitioned into the world of bullion, bringing unparalleled expertise and commitment to quality to a broader audience.

Established in 1872, Baldwin's has been a cornerstone of the numismatic trade, earning a reputation for integrity, authenticity, and a passion for the rare and precious. For over a century and a half, we have been at the forefront of preserving and promoting the art and history encapsulated within rare coins and precious metals.

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DN IVS-TI-NVS PP AVG, armed bust of Justin II facing, holding globus cruciger and shield decorated with horseman motif. Rev.&nbsp;VICTORI-A AVGGG Δ, Constantinopolis seated, holding sceptre and globus cruciger, CONOB in exergue. (Sear 345; MIB 4). About Extremely Fine.

Justin II (AD 565-578) AV Solidus, Constantinople, 4.45g.

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