Ancients
Theodosius II, Eastern Roman Emperor (AD 402-450). AV solidus (21mm, 4.45 gm, 12h). Constantinople, 7th officina, ca. AD 426-429. DN THEODO-SIVS P F AVG, pearl-diademed, helmeted, and cuirassed bust facing slightly right, holding spear over shoulder in right hand and shield decorated with motif of horseman spearing fallen soldier on left arm / SALVS REI-PVBLICAE, Theodosius II and Valentinian III seated facing on double throne, each nimbate and wearing consular robes, holding mappa in right hand, cruciform scepter in left; star above; S//CONOB. RIC 237. Depeyrot 79/1. NGC AU 5/5 - 4/5.
Estimate: 1000-1400 USD