Anastasius I. Gold Solidus (4.48 g), 491-518. Constantinople, 492-507. D N ANASTA-SIVS P P AVG, diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust of Anastasius I facing slightly right, holding spear over shoulder and shield decorated with horseman spearing an enemy below. Reverse: VICTOR-I-A AVGGG, Victory standing left, holding voided cross; in right field, star; I//CONOB. DOC 3i; MIBE 4a; SB 3. NGC MS; Strike: 5/5, Surface: 3/5 "Crimp" noted. A fully lustrous example.
Estimated Value $900 - 1,000.