9705.31.00.01/Byzantine Solidus of Emperor Justinian I/China

Byzantine Solidus of Emperor Justinian I from China

A gold coin minted during the reign of Emperor Justinian I (527-565 AD) in Constantinople, featuring his portrait and a cross on steps. This Byzantine solidus qualifies under HTS 9705.31.00.01 as a pre-14th century coin of numismatic interest exceeding 100 years, not derived from known archaeological excavations. Its historical significance lies in representing early medieval Byzantine currency.

Duty Rate — China → United States

7.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)

9903.05.860%Articles provided for in subdivision (b) of U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Obtain a certificate of authenticity from a recognized numismatic expert verifying age prior to 14th century and non-archaeological origin

• Declare full provenance documentation to avoid reclassification as archaeological artifacts under 9705.90

• Comply with cultural property export/import laws from source country, as many nations restrict ancient coin exports