Ancients
Zeno, Eastern Roman Emperor (AD 474-491). AV solidus (4.49 gm). NGC Choice AU 4/5 - 4/5, crimped. Constantinople, 3rd officina, second reign, AD 476-491. Diademed, helmeted and cuirassed facing bust of Zeno, head slightly right, holding spear over right shoulder and on left arm shield decorated with horseman motif / Victory standing left, holding long jeweled cross in right hand; star in right field, Γ//CONOB. RIC X 910. Depeyrot 106/1. Very slight flan bend, otherwise well struck and lustrous.
Estimate: 500-700 USD