Anastasius I AD 491-518. Struck circa AD 498-518. Constantinople. 5th officina
Solidus AV
20mm., 4,50g.
D N ANASTA-SIVS P P AVG, helmeted and cuirassed bust three-quarters facing to right, holding spear over shoulder and shield decorated with horseman spearing a fallen enemy / VICTOR[I]-A AVGGG E, CONOB in exergue, Angel standing left, holding long staff surmounted by inverted Staurogram, to left, star.
good very fine
DOC I 7e; Sear 5.