Byzantine Anastasius I - Gold Solidus > Lot No. 0195

Description:
491-518 AD, Constantinople mint. Obv: D N ANASTA-SIVS P P AVG legend with helmeted and cuirassed bust, three-quarters facing to right, holding spear over shoulder and shield decorated with horseman spearing a fallen enemy. Rev: VICTORI-A AVGGG legend and officina letter gamma, Victory standing left, holding staff surmounted by reversed P; star in left field; mintmark CONOB.

Measurements:
4.45 grams.

Condition:
Extremely fine, near as struck.

References:
Sear 5; DOC I 7e; MIB 7.

Estimate: £250 - 350 (EUR 310 - 440; USD 400 - 560)

Auction date: Wednesday 14th March 2012 - Coins & 15-16 March 2012 - Antiquities at The Swedenborg Hall >> Coins & Antiquities

Sold for: £500