The Roman Empire
Theodosius II, 408 – 450. Solidus, Thessalonica 424-425, perhaps to 430, AV 4.49 g. Helmeted, pearl-diademed and cuirassed bust three-quarters facing, holding spear and shield with horseman and fallen enemy motif. Rev. Emperor, in military attire, standing facing holding labarum and globe surmounted by cross; in l. field, star. LRC 364. RIC 362. Depeyrot 51/1.
About extremely fine