The Byzantine Empire Anastasius, 11 April 491 – 1 July 518 Solidus 498-518, AV 4.45 g. D N ANASTA – SIVS PP AVG Helmeted, pearl-diademed and cuirassed bust three-quarters facing, holding spear and shield with horseman and enemy motif. Rev. VICTORI – A AVGGGΓ Victory standing l., supporting long staff surmounted by Christogram; in l. field, star and in exergue, CONOB. DO 7c. MIBE 7. Sear 5. Virtually as struck and almost Fdc