Theodosius II (402-450), AV Solidus, 4.42g, Constantinople, AD 443, helmeted and cuirassed bust three-quarters right, holding spear and shield, rev. imp xxxv cos xvii p p, Constantinopolis enthroned, holding globus cruciger and sceptre, left foot on prow, shield at side, star in left field, con ob in exergue (RIC X, no. 301; Sear 21140), struck on a broad flan, a bold very fine.
provenance
Penkill collection
Estimate: £300 - £400