Justinians Collection

Fragments of Codex Justinianus and Digesta
Ten strips of parchment manuscripts cut to similar size and shape, probably used to reinforce the spines of later bindings. They all appear to be from Justinian's Codex and Digesta

Justinian Institutiones (Fragment)
Leaf from a copy of Justinian's Institutiones, parchment. Main body text in two columns in black in a protogothic hand with alternating red and blue decorated initials and red

Justinian Digesta, Book XXXIII (Fragment)
Double folio, parchment, from Justinian's Digesta. Main body text in black ink written in two columns with contemporary marginal and interlineal gloss

Codex Justinianus, Book VIII (Fragment)
Double folio, parchment, from a copy of Justinian's Codex. Main body text in two columns in black ink surrounded by gloss, also black. Date: Late 13th Century

Justinian's Codex, Book V. XIII (Fragment)
Single folio, parchment, from Justinian's Codex. The text on this leaf is from Book V.XIII Dei Uxoriae Actione 1.1.a. Main body text and marginal gloss with additional minute gloss on verso

Justinian's Codex, Book VI. XXXXI (Fragments)
Single folio, parchment, from Justinian's Codex. The text on this folio is from Book VI.XXXXI. Comprised of main body text and a marginal gloss with an additional minute gloss

Justinian's Codex, Book V. XXXVIII (Fragment)
Single folio, parchment, from Justinian's Codex. The text on this folio is from Book VI. XXXVIII De Uerborum Et Rerum Significatione 4.1

Justinian's Codex, Book IIII. XX (Fragment)
Single folio, parchment, from Justinian's Codex. The text on this folio is taken from Book IIII.XX De Testibus 20. Comprised of a main body text and a marginal gloss with additional minute gloss

Justinian's Codex, Book III. XVIII (Fragment)
Single folio, parchment, from Justinian's Codex. The text on this folio is taken from Book III.XVIII, De Probationis 7. Main body text with a marginal gloss and additional minute gloss

Justinian Digesta, Books V and VI (Fragment)
Bifolium from a copy of Justinian's Pandects, or Digesta Justiniani Augusti, parchment. Containing part of the end of Book V (De Judiciis) and the beginning of Book VI (De Rei Vindicatione)

St Justinian lifeboat, Pembrokeshire, South Wales
People in the St Justinians lifeboat, near the lifeboat station, on the Pembrokeshire coast, Dyfed, South Wales

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Justinian was a Byzantine emperor who left an indelible mark on history through his legal reforms. His legacy can be seen in the Fragments of Codex Justinianus and Digesta, which provide insight into his comprehensive legal system. The Justinian Institutiones (Fragment) further exemplifies his commitment to creating a just society. In addition to these fragments, we find glimpses of Justinian's influence in various books such as Justinian Digesta, Book XXXIII (Fragment), Codex Justinianus, Book VIII (Fragment), and Justinian's Codex, Book V. XIII (Fragment). These texts reveal the breadth and depth of his legal knowledge and dedication to codifying laws for the benefit of all. The importance of justice is evident in other fragments like Justinian's Codex, Book VI. XXXXI (Fragments), Book V. XXXVIII (Fragment), Book IIII. XX (Fragment), and Book III. XVIII (Fragment). Through these writings, it becomes clear that he sought fairness and equality under the law. Justinian also recognized the need for education in matters of law. This is evident from references to Justinian Digesta, Books V and VI (Fragment) as well as the inclusion of another fragment from the Justinian Institutiones. He understood that knowledge empowers individuals to navigate complex legal systems with confidence. While not directly related to Emperor Justinian himself, it is worth mentioning St. Justinians lifeboat located in Pembrokeshire, South Wales. This serves as a reminder that even centuries later, people continue to honor his name by valuing principles such as bravery and selflessness.