Anastasius I. Solidus
Sold by Harlan J. Berk, Ltd.
Description
Anastasius I; 491-518 AD, Constantinople, ca. 492-507 AD, Solidus, 4.50g. DO-3i, MIB-4a, S-3, Berk-30. Obv: D N ANASTA-SIVS P P AVG, Pearl-diademed, helmeted, cuirassed bust facing slightly r., holding spear over shoulder and shield decorated with horseman motif. VICTORI-A AVGGG I, standing l. holding long jeweled cross; star to r., CONOB in exergue.. MS