Lot 1919

Sale 140 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

Theodosius II, (A.D. 402-450), gold solidus, Constantinople Mint, 2nd Officina, issued 430-440, (4.45 g), obv. helmeted and cuirassed bust three quarters facing to right holding spear and shield, around DN THEODO SIVS P F AVG, rev. Constantinopolis seated to left holding cross on globe and sceptre, VOT XXX MVLT XXXX B around, CONOB in exergue, star in right field, (S.21158, RIC 257, Depeyrot 81/1). A few surface scratches, very fine - good very fine and scarce.

Ex Rudolph Pekarek Collection.^

Estimate
$600
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$1,000