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Ostrogothic Italy, Athalaric (526-534). AE Decanummium, Rome mint. Obv. Helmeted, draped and cuirassed bust right, wearing pendant-earring and necklace. Rev. DN ATAL [ARICVS]. Emperor in military attire and helmet standing right, holding large shield set on ground and spear ; S-C across field; on the left, mark of value X. MEC 1, 132; MIB I, 131. 2.39 g. 15.00 mm. R. Rare and choice. Reddish brown surfaces. VF.