★ An attractive solidus of Zeno ★

Zeno, second reign, 476-491. Solidus (Gold, 20 mm, 4.47 g, 7 h), Constantinopolis. D N Z ENO PERP AVG Pearl-diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust of Zeno facing, his head turned slightly to right, holding spear in his right hand and with shield decorated with horseman attacking a fallen foe over his left shoulder. Rev. VICTORIA AVGGG Γ / CONOB Victory standing left, holding long jeweled cross; in field to right, star. Depeyrot 108/1. RIC 910. Die break on the obverse, otherwise, good extremely fine.