Valentinian II, 375-392. Solidus (Gold, 21 mm, 4.44 g, 12 h),

Valentinian II, 375-392. Solidus (Gold, 21 mm, 4.44 g, 12 h), Constantinopolis, 388-392. D N VALENTINIANVS P F AVG Pearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Valentinian II to right. Rev. CONCORDIA AVGGG Θ / CONOB Constantinopolis, turreted and head to right, seated facing on throne ending in lion heads, holding scepter in her right hand and globe in her left and placing her right foot on prow. Depeyrot 46/2. RIC IX 67a var. (unlisted officina). A lovely example of fine style. Struck from slightly worn dies and with light scratches, otherwise, virtually as struck.


From a European collection, formed before 2005.