Anastasius (491 - 518), gold Solidus, Constantinople, officina A, DN ANASTA-SIVS PP AVI, helmeted and cuirassed bust, three-quarters facing, holding spear and shield, rev. VICTORI - AAVCCC A, in exergue CONOB, Victory standing supporting long cross, star in right field, 4.48g, 6h (S 3). Elegant portrait, small mark on neck, die-flaw at base of cross, otherwise lustrous uncirculated.
Provenance:
Bt A H Baldwin & Sons Ltd, 2011