Migration of the Germanic Tribes
The Visigoths. Pseudo-Imperial Coinage. In the name of Valentinian III, 425-455. Solidus, uncertain mint in Gaul circa 439-455, AV 4.37 g. Rosette-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust r. Rev. Emperor standing facing, holding long cross and Victory on globe, r. foot on man-headed serpent; in field, R – V. C 19. RIC 3713.
Very rare. Metal flaw on obverse, minor marks and traces of
mounting on edge, otherwise very fine
Ex Peus 328, 1990, 795; Italo Vecchi 14, 1999, William Subjack, 11; and NAC 75, 2013, 433 sales.