Ancients
Marcian, Eastern Roman Emperor (AD 450-457). AV solidus (4.49 gm). NGC MS 5/5 - 4/5. Constantinople, 7th officina. Pearl-diademed, helmeted, and cuirassed bust of Marcian facing three-quarters right, holding spear over shoulder and shield decorated with horseman motif / Victory standing left, holding long jeweled cross in right hand, star in right field; Z//CONOB. RIC X 510. Depeyrot 87/1. Well struck and fully lustrous.
Estimate: 1200-1600 USD