Ancient Coins, Numismatic Books

Anastasius I (491-518), Solidus, c. 507-18, helmeted and cuirassed bust three-quarters right, holding spear over shoulder and shield decorated with horseman spearing a fallen enemy, rev. victoria avgggd, Victory standing left, holding long staff with Christogram on top, star in left field, 4.49g/6h (MIB 6; Sear 4). About extremely fine, reverse better, retaining much brilliance (£250-300)