BYZANTINE EMPIRE. Leontius, AD. 695-698. Gold Solidus (4.46 gm; 25 mm). NGC-Choice MS. Struck at Constantinople. D LEO - N PE AV. Bust facing of bearded Leontius, wearing crown and loros, holding akakia in right hand, globus cruciger in left. Reverse: VICTORIA AVS? H; cross potent on three steps; below, CONOB. Sear 1330; DO 1. NGC-Choice MS (Strike 4/5; Surface 5/5). Certificate # 4938330-002. Choice Mint State. Great example for the issue.