ROMAN COINS
Leo I, 457-474. Solidus (Gold, 21mm, 4.44 g 5), Thessalonica, circa 462 or 466. D N LEO PERPET AVG Helmeted, diademed and cuirassed bust of Leo facing, holding spear with his right hand over his right shoulder and with a shield, embellished with horseman attacking a fallen foe, over his left. Rev. VICTORIA AVGGG / THESOB Victory standing left, holding long jeweled cross; two stars to left and right. Depeyrot 59/1. RIC 618. Sharp and clear. Scuff on mouth, otherwise, extremely fine.