Anastasius I, 491-518. Solidus (Gold, 19 mm, 4.35 g, 6 h), Constantinople, 1st officina (A), 492-507. D N ANASTA-SIVS P P AVC Helmeted and cuirassed bust of Anastasius I facing, his head turned slightly to right, wearing diadem, holding a spear with his right hand and a shield, ornamented with a horseman, over his left shoulder. Rev. VICTORI-A AVCCC A / CONOB Victory standing left, holding long cross; in right field, star. DOC 3a. MIBE 4a. SB 3. Graffito in the obverse field, otherwise, very fine.

From a Swiss collection, acquired from Emporium Hamburg.