ANASTASIUS I, 491-518. AV Solidus (4.44 gms), Constantinople Mint, 10th Officinae. NGC MS, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Bent.S-5. Helmeted and cuirassed bust facing three-quarters right, holding spear and shield; Reverse: Victory standing left holding long staff surmounted by Tau-Rho, star to left. Several small field scratches, some minor clipping, bend detected as well, though mostly unobtrusive. Good strike details with nice luster.Ex: Classical Numismatic Group Electronic Auction #120 August 2005, lot 120.
