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Anastasius I. 491-518. AV Solidus (20mm, 3.98 g, 7h). Constantinople mint, 2nd officina. Struck 507-518. Good VF.Electronic Auction 588 Byzantine, Gold Estimate: $ 300 |
Anastasius I. 491-518. AV Solidus (20mm, 3.98 g, 7h). Constantinople mint, 2nd officina. Struck 507-518. Helmeted and cuirassed bust facing slightly right, holding spear over shoulder and shield / Victory standing left, holding long staff surmounted by reversed staurogram; star to left; B//CONOB. DOC 7b; MIBE 7; SB 5. Toned, lustrous, clipped, trace obverse die rust, graffiti, minor deposits. Good VF. A charming portrait. |