Stack's Bowers & Ponterio
Collector's Choice May 2018 Auction 14-16 May 2018
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LEO I, A.D. 457-474. AV Solidus (4.50 gms), Constantinople Mint, ca. A.D. 462-466.
RIC-605. "DN LEO PE - RPET AVG" Helmeted, pearl-diademed and cuirassed bust of Leo I facing, holding spear over right shoulder, shield adorned with horseman riding down enemy on left; Reverse: "VICTORI - A AVGGG" Victory standing left supporting long jeweled cross with right hand, star in right field. A gorgeous example with a bold strike, great centering and soft satin luster. NGC MS, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.
Estimate: $800.00- $1000.00
RIC-605. "DN LEO PE - RPET AVG" Helmeted, pearl-diademed and cuirassed bust of Leo I facing, holding spear over right shoulder, shield adorned with horseman riding down enemy on left; Reverse: "VICTORI - A AVGGG" Victory standing left supporting long jeweled cross with right hand, star in right field. A gorgeous example with a bold strike, great centering and soft satin luster. NGC MS, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.
Estimate: $800.00- $1000.00