Roman Theodosius II - Gold Solidus > Lot No. 0178

Description:
402-450 AD, Constantinople mint. Obv: DN THEODOSIVS PF AVG legend with helmeted and cuirassed three quarter facing bust holding spear and shield. Rev: GLORORVIS TERRAR D legend with Theodosius holding labarum and cross on orb with star in left field and mintmark CONOB in exergue and delta for fourth officina.

Measurements:
4.39 grams.

Condition:
Near extremely fine.

References:
Sear -; RIC X 232; Depeyrot 77.

Estimate: £400 - 600 (EUR 500 - 740; USD 630 - 950)

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

Sold for: £460