Zeno, Eastern Roman Empire (AD 474-491). AV solidus (21mm, 4.49 gm, 6h). NGC Choice MS 5/5 - 5/5. Constantinople, 2nd? officina, second reign, AD 476-491. D N ZENO-PERP AVG, diademed, 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 B, Victory standing facing, head left, long jeweled cross in right hand; star in right field, CONOB in exergue. RIC X 910 and 929. Sharply struck on fresh surfaces. Slight die shift on reverse obscures the officina mark.
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Price realized | 1'400 USD |
Starting price | 750 USD |
Estimate | 1'500 USD |