Byzantine Empire, Leo I (457-474), Gold Solidus, 4.33g, Constantinople Mint, Obv: Diademed

Byzantine Empire, Leo I (457-474), Gold Solidus, 4.33g, Constantinople Mint, Obv: Diademed, helmeted and cuirassed facing bust, holding spear over shoulder; Latin legend DN LEO PERPET AVG, Rev: Victory standing left holding long cross, star to right; Latin legend VICTORIA AVGGG I CONOB in exergue (RIC 605). Pierced twice for making jewellery thus suggesting a find in South India. Extremely fine.

Sold for ₹38,000

Auction: Auction #101 · Oswal Antiques · 2023-12-23 · Estimate: ₹ 30000 - ₹ 40000

Category: Ancient : Ancient World

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