Watch List notes:

Theodosius II (AD 402-450), gold Solidus, Constantinople, AD 425-429, D N THEODO-SIVS P F AVG, pearl-diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust facing, holding spear and shield, rev. SALVS REI-PVBLICAE E, two emperors, nimbate, enthroned facing, wearing consular robes, holding mappa and cruciform sceptre, star above, CONOB below, 4.44g, 6h (RIC 237; Hahn 23). In NGC holder graded AU, Strike 5/5, Surface 2/5 "ex-jewelry".

NGC Certification 6318994-009

Provenance:
Ex Baldwin's Auction 68, 28 September 2010, lot 3366

(£600-£800)