OSTROGOTHS. Theodahad, 534-536. 40 Nummia (Bronze, 24mm, 9.01 g 6), Rome. [DN T]HEODA-HATVS REX Draped bust of Theodahad to right, wearing ‘Spangenhelm’ adorned with two stars, ornamental robes and a star-like pectoral cross.
Rev. VICTORIA PRINCIPA / S C Victory moving right on schematic prow, holding wreath in her right hand and palm branch in her left. MEC I, 141. Metlich 89b, die pair C8-L27. Rare. A remarkably well preserved example with a striking portrait of the earlier sixth century. Glossy dark greenish-black patina. About extremely fine.
From a Swiss collection.
