Anastasius I, (AD 491-518), solidus, Constantinopolis, c. AD 491-498, D N ANASTASIVS P P AVG, pearl-diademed, helmeted and cuir. bust of Anastasius I facing slightly to r., holding spear in his r. hand and with a shield, decorated with a horseman spearing a fallen foe, over his l. shoulder, rev. VICTORIA AVGGG I / CONOB, Victory standing front, head l., holding long voided cross in her r. hand, in field to r., star, wt. 4.49gms. (MIB 3-5. SB 3), extremely fine
(350-450 GBP)