Ancients
Anastasius I (AD 491-518). AV solidus (22mm, 4.48 gm, 6h). NGC MS 3/5 - 5/5. Constantinople, 1st officina. D N ANASTA-SIVS PP AVG, pearl-diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust of Anastasius facing, head slightly right, holding spear over right shoulder and, on left arm, shield decorated with motif of horseman spearing soldier / VICTORI-A AVGGG, Victory standing left, holding long staff topped by reverted staurogram; star to left; A//CONOB. Sear 5. DOC 7a. Minor obverse striking defect.
Estimate: 500-600 USD