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Solidus with bust of Leo I
Roman
Imperial Period
A.D. 457–474
Mint: Constantinople
Medium/Technique
Gold
Dimensions
Diameter: 21mm. Weight: 4.43 gm.
Credit Line
Gift of Henry H. Fay
Accession Number13.1354
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsNumismatics – Coins
DescriptionObverse: Bust of Leo facing, helmeted, cuirassed, holding spear in right hand and on left arm shield decorated with a horseman right attacking with spear a prostrate enemy.
DNLEOPE RPETAVG
Reverse: Victory standing left , holding long cross in right hand; in field right, star.
VICTORI AAVGGG In ex.: CONOB
DNLEOPE RPETAVG
Reverse: Victory standing left , holding long cross in right hand; in field right, star.
VICTORI AAVGGG In ex.: CONOB