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HONORIUS GOLD SOLIDUS

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Code: 10388



Honorius Gold Solidus, A.D. 641-668
Constantinople Mint, struck A.D. 397-402. 
Obverse: D N HONORI-VS P F AVG, Pearl-diademed, helmeted and cuirassed three quarter length bust facing, slightly inclined to the right, holding a spear and a horseman shield.
Reverse: CONCORDI-A AVGG Θ, Concordia enthroned facing, head turned to right, holding sceptre and Victory on a globe, foot on prow, CONOB in exergue.
RIC 8.
4.4 grams, 20mm in diameter
Lustrous, good very fine/extremely fine, with a pleasing tone.