Byzantine Empire Justinian II AD 705-711 Gold Solidus NGC CHMS 2nd Reign Jesus greek Caesar is shown realistically rather

Caesar is shown realistically rather than idealized—a revolutionary departure from earlier Roman tradition

whose rule is separated into two distinct periods

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are thought to be symbolic of “strength and power” (lion) and “fertility” (bull)

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