Leo I, 457-474. Solidus (Gold, 20 mm, 4.51 g, 6 h), Constantinopolis, circa 462 or 466. D N LEO PE-RPET AVG Pearl-diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust of Leo I facing, his head turned slightly to right, holding spear in his right hand and with shield decorated with horseman attacking a fallen foe over his left shoulder. Rev. VICTORI-A AVGGG S / CONOB Victory standing left, holding long jeweled cross; to right, star. Depeyrot 93/1. RIC 605. A lustrous example with an excellent portrait. Minor graffito on the reverse, otherwise, virtually as struck.