Anastasius, 11th April 491 – 1st July 518
Solidus 491-498, AV 4.49 g. D N ANASTA – SIVS P P AVG Helmeted, pearl-diademed and cuirassed bust facing three-quarters r., holding spear and shield with horseman and enemy motif. Rev. VICTORI – A AVGGG S Victory standing l., supporting long jewelled cross; in r. field, star and in exergue, CONOB. DO 3f. MIBE 3a. Sear 3. Several minor marks otherwise about extremely fine / extremely fine Ex Helios 2, 2008, 506 and CNG 94, 2013, 1131 sales. From the Ronald J. Hansen Collection.