Theodosius II. AD 402-450. AV Solidus (20.5mm, 4.30 g, 6h). Constantinople mint. Struck AD 443-450. VF.

Keystone 17 – The W. Toliver Besson Collection
Lot: 276. Estimated: $ 400

Roman Imperial, Gold

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Theodosius II. AD 402-450. AV Solidus (20.5mm, 4.30 g, 6h). Constantinople mint. Struck AD 443-450. Pearl-diademed, helmeted, and cuirassed bust facing slightly right, holding spear over shoulder and shield / Constantinopolis seated left, holding globus cruciger and scepter, foot on prow; shield to right; star to left; COMOB. RIC X 293; Depeyrot 84/1. Toned with some luster, thin dig on reverse. VF.

From the W. Toliver Besson Collection. Ex 1930’s Collection of Robert W. Hubel of Michigan (Classical Numismatic Group Electronic Auction 584, 2 April 2025), lot 857.


Closing Date and Time: 22 July 2026 at 11:31:40 ET.



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