Byzantine Empire, Constantinople. Leo II and Zeno, c. 457 - 474 AD, c. 474 AD
AV Solidius, 4.41g (22mm, 5h).
Pearl-diademed, helmeted, and cuirassed bust facing slightly to r., holding spear over shoulder and shield / Leo and Zeno seated facing on double throne, both nimbate and holding mappa; star and cross above; CONOB
Pedigree: Purchased in London in December 2011.
Grade: Sharply struck with nice large flan. Double strike evident on reverse. EF
US1194 - 59411
AV Solidius, 4.41g (22mm, 5h).
Pearl-diademed, helmeted, and cuirassed bust facing slightly to r., holding spear over shoulder and shield / Leo and Zeno seated facing on double throne, both nimbate and holding mappa; star and cross above; CONOB
Pedigree: Purchased in London in December 2011.
Grade: Sharply struck with nice large flan. Double strike evident on reverse. EF
US1194 - 59411
AV Solidius, 4.41g (22mm, 5h).
Pearl-diademed, helmeted, and cuirassed bust facing slightly to r., holding spear over shoulder and shield / Leo and Zeno seated facing on double throne, both nimbate and holding mappa; star and cross above; CONOB
Pedigree: Purchased in London in December 2011.
Grade: Sharply struck with nice large flan. Double strike evident on reverse. EF
US1194 - 59411
