

Ostrogothic Italy, Athalaric (526-534). AE Decanummium. Pseudo-Imperial Coinage. In the name of Justinian I. Roma, c. 526-534. Obv. INVICT-A ROMA Helmeted and cuirassed bust of Roma right. Rev. DN ATAL-ARICVS. King standing facing, head right, holding spear and shield; in field, S/X – C. COI 85a; MIB 77; MEC 1, 132; BMC Vandals 65; Kraus 67. 2.01 g. 17.00 mm. R. Rare. Dark patina with red spots. VF.