The Roman Empire
Theodosius II, 402 – 450. Solidus, Constantinople circa 430–440, AV 4.55 g. Helmeted, pearl-diademed and cuirassed bust three-quarters facing, holding spear and shield with horseman and enemy motif. Rev. Constantinopolis seated l., holding spear and globus cruciger, r. foot on prow, shield at her side; in field r., star. RIC 257. Depeyrot 81/1.
Extremely fine