Theodosius II, 402-450 Solidus Constantinople circa 408-420, AV 20.00 mm., 3.77 g.
Helmeted, pearl-diademed and cuirassed bust three-quarters facing, holding spear and shield with horseman and enemy motif. Rev. Constantinopolis, helmeted, seated facing, head r., on throne, holding sceptre and Victory on globe, r. foot on prow; in l. field, eight-rayed star. RIC 202. Depeyrot 73/2.
Graffiti and probably ex jewellery, otherwise Very fine
From the collection of a Mentor.