Marcian, Eastern Roman Empire (AD 450-457). AV solidus (20mm, 4.11 gm, 5h). NGC Choice AU 5/5 - 3/5, clipped. Constantinople. D N MARCIA-NVS P F AVG, pearl-diademed, helmeted, cuirassed bust of Marcian facing, head slightly right, spear in right hand over shoulder, shield decorated with horseman motif in left / VICTORI-A AVGGG, Victory standing facing, head left, grounded long jeweled cross in right hand; star in right field, CONOB in exergue. RIC X 509. Shimmering surfaces with expertly articulated designs. From the Kestenband Collection. Ex Harlan J. Berk, private sale with old dealer's tag included. HID09801242017 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

To the auctioneer's website