Zeno, Eastern Roman Empire (AD 474-491). AV solidus (20mm, 4.47 gm, 5h). NGC Gem MS 5/5 - 5/5. Constantinople, 10th officina, second reign, AD 476-491. D N ZENO-PERP AVG, diademed with no frontal jewel, helmeted and cuirassed facing bust of Zeno, head slightly right, spear in right hand over shoulder, shield decorated with horseman motif in left / VICTORI-A AVGGG I, Victory standing facing, head left, long jeweled cross in right hand; star in right field, CONOB in exergue. RIC X 911 and 930. Beautifully struck on shimmering surfaces.
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Price realized | 5'500 USD |
Starting price | 1'000 USD |
Estimate | 2'000 USD |