^Lot 74 A Byzantine Gold Solidus with the Emperor Leo I

Ca. 457 to 474 AD. Hammered Gold Solidus (4,50 g.). Constantinople. Beautifully struck frontal helmeted and cuirassed bust of the Emperor with spear over shoulder. Rev with standing winged draped goddess altar /inscription. 7/8? D, wear as shown. Rare

Provenance: Gorny and mosch sale 180- 183/ Lot 471

This lot will be sold not subject to a reserve. The starting price is the price at which the item can sell.