Ira and Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
Auction 120 2-3 Feb 2021
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Theodosius II. Gold Solidus (4.45 g), AD 402-450. Thessalonica, AD 425-430. D N THEODO-SIVS P F AVG, diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust of Theodosius II facing slightly right, holding spear over shoulder and shield with horseman motif on arm. Reverse: GLOR ORVI-S TERRAR, emperor standing facing, holding labarum and globus cruciger; in left field, star; TESOB. RIC 362; Depeyrot 51/1. Lustrous frosty surfaces. NGC photo cert grade MS; Strike: 5/5, Surface: 2/5. Marks and bent. Estimated Value $500 - UP
Ex The William Oldknow Collection.