Lot 1633
Theodosius II. Gold Solidus (4.42 g), AD 402-450 Choice VF. Constantinople, AD 430-440. D N THEODO-SIVS P F AVG, diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust of Theodosius II facing slightly right, holding spear over shoulder and shield with horseman spearing enemy. Reverse: VOT XXX MVLT XXXX, Constantinopolis seated left, foot resting on prow, holding globus cruciger and scepter, shield at her side; in right field, star; Δ//CONOB. RIC 257; Depeyrot 81/1. Scratches of graffiti in obverse field. Choice Very Fine. Estimated Value $400 - 500
Purchased in 1970; From the Aurora Family Collection.
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