Leo I. Gold Solidus (4.42 g), AD 457-474 EF. Constantinople, AD 457-ca. 468. D N LEO PE-RPET AVG, diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust of Leo I facing slightly right, holding spear over shoulder and shield with horseman spearing enemy. Reverse: VICTORI-A AVGGG, Victory standing left, holding long jeweled cross; star in right field; S//CONOB. RIC 605; Depeyrot 93/1. Lustrous. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $500 - 600
Ex Marian A. Sinton Collection (CNG 53, 15 March 2000), 1800From the Aurora Family Collection.