Justin I
Solidus of Justin I marked: d·n· iustinus p·p· aug·
Roman Emperor of the East
Reign	9 July 518 – 1 August 527
Predecessor	Anastasius
Successor	Justinian I
Born	c. 450 Baderania, near Scupi, Eastern Roman Empire
Died	1 August 527 (aged 77) Constantinople, Eastern Roman Empire
Spouse	Euphemia
Full name Iustinus
Dynasty	Justinian
Religion	Chalcedonian Christianity

Justin I (Latin: Iustinus; Greek: Ἰουστῖνος, c. 450 - 1 August 527) was an Eastern Roman Emperor from 9 July 518 - 1 August 537. Born to a peasant family, he rose through the ranks of the army and became Imperial Guard. When Emperor Anastasius died he was elected as his successor. His reign marked the beginning and founding of the Justinian dynasty that included his nephew Justinian I.

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