Byzantine - Marcianus - Gold Solidus > Lot No. 332

Description:
Circa 450 AD. Marcian, AV Solidus. Constantinople. Obv: DN MARCIA-NVS PF AVG, diademed (with ornament), helmeted and cuirassed three-quarter facing bust, holding spear over shoulder and shield decorated with horseman. Rev: VICTORI-A AVGGG Gamma, Victory standing left, holding long jewelled cross. Star in right field; mintmark CONOB in exergue.

Measurements:
Gold, 6.56 grams.

Condition:
Extremely fine. Scarce.

References:
RIC X Eastern Empire, 510; Sear (1988) 4322.

Estimate: £400 - 500 (EUR 500 - 620; USD 640 - 790)

Auction date: Thursday 9th September 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £400