Theodosius II, 402-450. Solidus (Gold, 21 mm, 4.47 g, 6 h), Constantinopolis, circa 420-422. D N THEODO-SIVS P F AVG Helmeted, pearl-diademed and cuirassed bust of Theodosius II facing, his head turned slightly to right, holding spear over his shoulder in his right hand and with a shield, decorated with a horseman spearing fallen enemy, on his left shoulder. Rev. VOT XX MVLT XXX A / CONOB Victory standing left, holding long jeweled cross in her right hand. Depeyrot 74/2. RIC 219. A few nicks and light deposits, otherwise, good extremely fine.

From a European collection, formed before 2005.