ANCIENT COINS. BYZANTINE. Mint of Constantinople unless otherwise stated. Constantine V Copronymous (A.D. 741-775), Gold Solidus, 4.46g, 6h.Bust of Constantine V facing, wearing a crown and chlamys, and holding a cross potent and akakia. Rev. bust of Leo III facing, wearing a crown and chlamys, and holding a cross potent and akakia (DO 1.g 3; S 1550 var).A small area of soft striking, otherwise broad flan and extremely fine.Scarce.
Estimate: US$ 1,200