LEO I, A.D. 457-474. AV Solidus (4.39 gms), A.D. 462 or 466. Thessalonica Mint.
RIC-620; Depeyrot-58/1. Obverse: D N LEO PERPET AVG, diademed bust left, wearing consular robes and holding mappa and cruciform scepter; Reverse: VICTORIA AVGGG, Leo seated facing on throne, holding mappa and cruciform scepter; star to left; THSOB. A well struck and nicely centered example of this very rare and seldom seen type. Highly attractive and impressive.
Ex: Numismatica Ars Classica (12/2002) Lot #353.
Ex: William J. Conte Collection (Baldwin's - 10/1994) Lot #19.
Ex: Superior (12/1988) Lot #2582.
Estimate: $10000.00- $12000.00