Eastern Roman Empire, Leo I, AV Solidus, Constantinople mint
AD 457-circa 468
Description
Leo I. AD 457-474. AV Solidus . Constantinople mint, 4th officina. Struck AD 457-circa 468. Pearl-diademed, helmeted, and cuirassed bust facing slightly right, holding spear over shoulder and shield / Victory standing left, holding long jeweled cross; star to right; Δ//CONOB. RIC X 605; Depeyrot 93/1. Magnificent condition, as struck, besides a die crack on the back, which resulted in a weakly struck bust. 19.4 mm, 4.51 grams
Description
Leo I. AD 457-474. AV Solidus . Constantinople mint, 4th officina. Struck AD 457-circa 468.
Pearl-diademed, helmeted, and cuirassed bust facing slightly right, holding spear over shoulder and shield / Victory standing left, holding long jeweled cross; star to right; Δ//CONOB. RIC X 605; Depeyrot 93/1.
Magnificent condition, as struck, besides a die crack on the back, which resulted in a weakly struck bust.
19.4 mm, 4.51 grams
