Roman Zeno - Gold Solidus > Lot No. 0179

Description:
474-491 AD, Constantinople mint. Obv: D N ZENO-PERP AVG legend with facing helmeted and cuirassed bust, holding shield decorated with horseman spearing fallen enemy; spear behind shoulder. Rev: VICTORI-A AVGGG legend with officina letter gamma, Victory standing left, holding long jewelled cross, star in right field; mintmark CONOB in exergue.

Measurements:
4.45 grams.

Condition:
Extremely fine.

References:
Sear 4385 variant (no star); RIC X 910.

Estimate: £300 - 400 (EUR 370 - 500; USD 470 - 630)

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

Sold for: £450