Theodosius II, Eastern Roman Empire (AD 402-450). AV solidus (22mm, 4.46 gm, 1h). NGC Gem MS S 5/5 - 5/5. Constantinople, 6th officina, AD 420-423. D N THEODO-SIVS P F AVG, pearl-diademed, helmeted, cuirassed bust of Theodosius II facing, head turned slightly right, spear in right hand over shoulder, shield with horseman motif in left / VOT XX-MVLT XXX S, Victory standing facing, head left, long jeweled cross in right hand; CONOB in exergue. RIC X 219. Depeyrot 74/2. Perfectly centered and struck from absolutely fresh dies with the appearance of having just come right from the mint. A stunning coin in hand.
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Price realized | 12'000 USD |
Starting price | 2'500 USD |
Estimate | 5'000 USD |