Byzantine Empire. Justinian I (527-565 AD). Æ Follis. Constantinople

Byzantine Empire. Justinian I (527-565 AD). Æ Follis ( 19.92g/ 33mm). Constantinople. 2nd officina. Dated RY 18 (544/5). Helmeted and cuirassed bust facing, holding globus cruciger and shield; cross to right / Large M; cross above, A/N/N/O – X/Ч/III (date) across field; B//•CON•. DOC 43d.1-2 var. (officina Γ); MIBE 95d; SB 163. Good VF, dark green to black patina. Rare variety with the •CON• mintmark, known only for RY 18. Very fine.