Theodosius II, Eastern Roman Empire (AD 402-450). AV solidus (22mm, 4.49 gm, 6h). NGC MS 5/5 - 4/5, light graffito. Constantinople, 1st officina, ca. AD 408-420. D N THEODO-SIVS P F AVG, pearl-diademed, helmeted, cuirassed bust of Theodosius II facing, head slightly right, spear in right hand over shoulder, shield decorated with horseman motif in left / CONCORDI-A AVGG A, Constantinopolis enthroned facing, helmeted head right, right foot on prow, scepter in right hand, Victory left on globe in left hand; star in left field, CONOB in exergue. RIC X 202. Firmly struck from fresh dies of particularly attractive style on mirror-like surfaces.

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