Ancients
Theodosius II, Eastern Roman Emperor (AD 402-450). AV solidus (4.45 gm). NGC Choice AU 5/5 - 3/5, lt. graffito. Constantinople, 5th officina, ca. AD 430-440. Pearl-diademed, helmeted, cuirassed bust facing, head slightly right, spear in right hand over shoulder, shield in left decorated with horseman motif / Constantinopolis enthroned left, left foot on prow, globus cruciger in right hand, scepter in left, shield beside; star behind. RIC 257. A lovely coin with just a small amount of graffito in the obverse right field.
HID02901242017
Estimate: 750-1000 USD