Lot 3473
Honorius, 393-423 AD. Gold Solidus (4.38 g.), Constantinople mint, c. 397-402 AD. Helmeted three-quarter facing bust, holding spear over shoulder and shield decorated with horseman and foe. Reverse: Constantinopolis enthroned frontal, with sceptre and Victory on globe; CONCORDI-A AVGGI, CONO[B] in exergue. RIC 8. Well centered, sharp strike. Light grafitti on reverse. Very lustrous. Elegant style. Interestingly the the B in CONOB looks as if it has been "erased" on the die. Very Fine plus.
Estimated Value $300 - 400.
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| Realized $431 |
