Ancients
Anastasius I (AD 491-518). AV solidus (21mm, 4.49 gm, 6h). Constantinople, 9th officina. D N ANASTA-SIVS P P AVG, pearl-diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust to front, head slightly right, holding spear over right shoulder and shield on left arm / VICTORI-A AVCCC, Victory standing left, holding long voided cross decorated with jewels, star to right, Θ//CONOB. Sear 3. DOC 3h. Detailed strike with brilliant fields, essentially perfect. NGC Choice MS 5/5 - 5/5.
Estimate: 1200-1500 USD