CNG 100, Lot: 1972. Estimate $500. Sold for $1000. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

Theodosius II. AD 402-450. AV Solidus (21mm, 4.47 g, 6h). Constantinople mint. Struck AD 441. Pearl-diademed, helmeted, and cuirassed bust facing slightly right, holding spear over shoulder and shield / Helmeted warrior advancing right, head left, dragging captive and carrying trophy over shoulder; star to right; CONOB. RIC X 283; Depeyrot 83/1. Good VF.

From the Prue Morgan Fitts Collection.