Honorius, 393-423. Solidus (Gold, 21 mm, 4.39 g, 6 h), Constantinopolis, 402-403. D N HONORI-VS P F AVG Pearl-diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust of Honorius 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 a fallen foe, over his left shoulder. Rev. CONCORDI-A AVGGG A / CONOB Constantinopolis, helmeted and head to right, seated facing on throne, holding scepter in her right hand and Victory on globe in her left and placing her right foot on a prow. Depeyrot 56/1. RIC 24. Rare. Slightly clipped and with a few faint scratches, otherwise, about extremely fine.
From a North German collection of late Roman coins, ex Roma E-Auction 72, 25 June 2020, 1703.
Price realized | 850 CHF |
Starting price | 600 CHF |
Estimate | 750 CHF |