Theodosius II (402-450). AV Solidus, Constantinople mint, 430-440 AD. D/ DN THEODOSIVS PF AVG. Pearl-diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust facing slightly right, holding spear over shoulder and shield decorated with horseman motif. R/ VOT XXX MVLT XXXX Δ. Constantinopolis seated left, left foot on prow, holding sceptre and globus cruciger; shield at her side; star to right; in exergue, CONOB. RIC 257; Depeyrot 81/1. AV. g. 4.45 mm. 21.00 An outstanding example, superb and brilliant, with underlying luster. Almost invisiblle graffiti, otherwise good EF.