Ancients
Leo I the Great, Eastern Roman Empire (AD 457-474). AV solidus (20mm, 4.46 gm, 5h). NGC Choice MS 5/5 - 5/5. Constantinople, 2nd officina, ca. AD 462-466. D N LEO PE-RPET AVG, pearl-diademed, helmeted, cuirassed bust of Leo I facing, head slightly right, spear in right hand over shoulder, shield decorated with horseman motif in left / VICTORI-A AVGGG B, Victory standing facing, head left, grounded tall jeweled cross in right hand, fold of skirt in left; star in right field, CONOB in exergue. RIC X 605. Struck from fresh dies. Bright, flashing surfaces catch the light and delight the eyes.
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