LEO I, A.D. 457-474. AV Solidus (4.49 gms), Constantinople Mint, 10th Officina, ca. A.D. 462 or 466. NGC Ch AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.
RIC-605; Depeyrot-93/1. Obverse: Helmeted and cuirassed bust facing slightly right, holding shield and spear over shoulder; Reverse: Victory standing left, holding long jeweled cross; star to right; I//CONOB. Immensely lustrous and brilliant, this near-Mint example yields a great deal of enticing eye appeal.
Estimate: $700 - $1000