The Roman Empire
Theodosius I, 379 – 395. Solidus, Constantinopolis 379-383, AV 4.44 g. DN THEODO – SIVS P F AVG Rosette and pearl diademed, draped and cuirassed bust r. Rev. CONCOR – DIA AVGGG Constantinopolis, helmeted and with head r., seated facing on throne ornamented with lion's head, holding sceptre and globe; r. foot on prow. In exergue, CONOB. C 8. RIC 44c. Depeyrot 32/3.
Virtually as struck and almost Fdc
Privately purchased from Vinchon in 1978. From the Pierre Bastien collection.