The Roman Empire
Basiliscus, 475 – 476. Solidus, Constantinopolis early-mid 475, AV 4.46 g. D N BASILIS – CYS P P AVG Helmeted, pearl-diademed and cuirassed bust facing three-quarters r., holding spear and shield with horseman and fallen enemy motif. Rev. VICTORI – AAVGGG Victory standing l., holding long jewelled cross; in r. field, star and, in exergue, CONOB. RIC 1003. MIRB 1a. LRC 607. Depeyrot 101/1.
Wonderful reddish tone, minor area of weakness on reverse,
otherwise good extremely fine
Ex Leu sale 91, 2004, 768.