CoinsByzantine5th century
Solidus of Theodosius II, Constantinople
441
Artists
Theodosius IICoin Constituent
Description
Obverse: Helmeted bust, pearl-diademed, cuirassed, spear in r. hand held over r. shoulder behind head, on l. arm shield decorated with horseman spearing down enemy. Reverse: Helmeted warrior advancing r., head facing, pulling captive and holding trophy in left hand. Star in field r. CONOB in exergue.
Dimensions
4.20g
Provenance
[Muenzen & Medallien AG, Basel, FPL 560, November/December 1992, lot 133], sold; to Jane Ayer Scott, Newton MA (1992-2008), by inheritance; to her husband Wellington F. Scott III, (2008-2010), gift; to The Harvard Art Museums, 2010.
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