Byzantine Empire. Anastasius I (AD 491-518). Solidus Konstantinopel 491–518 AD

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Gold solidus from Constantinople depicting Anastasius I (491–518 AD) on the obverse with a crowned, armored bust holding a spear and shield, and Victoria on the reverse; weight 4.5 g, diameter 21 mm, mint Constantinople, condition Good Very Fine.

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Anastasius I, Solidus, Constantinople

Front side (obverse): D N ANASTASIVS P P AVG, bearded and armored bust slightly turned to the right, holding a spear and shield (shield with a rider depiction).
Back side (reverse): VICTORIA AVGGG B, Victoria standing to the left, holding a long staff with an inverted staurogram; star on the left; in the section: CONOB.
Period: AD 491–518.
Nominal: Solidus
Gold
Diameter: 21 mm
Weight: 4.50 g
Mint: Constantinople
Good, very fine
Catalog numbers: MIBE 7; DOC 7b; Sear 5



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Anastasius I, Solidus, Constantinople

Front side (obverse): D N ANASTASIVS P P AVG, bearded and armored bust slightly turned to the right, holding a spear and shield (shield with a rider depiction).
Back side (reverse): VICTORIA AVGGG B, Victoria standing to the left, holding a long staff with an inverted staurogram; star on the left; in the section: CONOB.
Period: AD 491–518.
Nominal: Solidus
Gold
Diameter: 21 mm
Weight: 4.50 g
Mint: Constantinople
Good, very fine
Catalog numbers: MIBE 7; DOC 7b; Sear 5



The shipment is insured. I am happy to assist with any questions.
This article is subject to the margin scheme under § 25a UStG. The VAT is not shown separately.

Details

Era
Before 1400
Culture/region
Byzantine Empire
Year/Period and Variation
Konstantinopel 491–518 AD
Ruler
Anastasius I (AD 491-518)
Denomination
Solidus
Metal
AV
Condition
Ungraded
Weight
4.5 g
Number of items
1
Theme
Constantinople 491–518 AD
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Objects sold
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