Ancients
Zeno, Eastern Roman Emperor (AD 474-491). AV solidus (21mm, 4.48 gm, 5h). Constantinople, 6th officina, second reign, AD 476-491. D N ZENO PERP AVG, diademed, helmeted and cuirassed facing bust of Zeno, head slightly right, holding spear over right shoulder and on left arm shield decorated with horseman motif / VICTORI-A AVGGG, Victory standing left, holding long jeweled cross in right hand; star in right field, S//CONOB. RIC X 929. Depeyrot 108/1. Crisply struck from fresh dies and possessing brilliant luster. NGC Choice MS 5/5 - 5/5.
Estimate: 1800-2200 USD