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Theodosius II, AV Solidus, 424-425 (Possibly to 430), Thessalonica

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Theodosius II, AV Solidus, 424-425 (Possibly to 430), Thessalonica
Theodosius II, AV Solidus, 424-425 (Possibly to 430), Thessalonica
D N THEODO_SIVS P F AVG
Pearl-diademed, helmeted, cuirassed bust three-quarter facing, spear in right hand over shoulder, shield with horseman trampling enemy in left
GLOR ORVI_S TERRAR
Theodosius, standing facing, labarum in right hand, globus cruciger in left
* in left field
TESOB in exergue
20mm x 21mm, 4.31g
RIC X, 361

Note: The differences between RIC 361-363 are whether the reverse figure is squat and rough (361), statuesque (362) or elegant (363). Although it sounds like those descriptions are very subjective, when looking at the plates in RIC X all of the reverse styles are quite different from each other. The 361 type has the large central design on the cuirass and shorter legs with both feet pointing in opposite directions, which give the impression of a more burly figure. The 362 type has longer legs and a curved beltline along the cuirass. The left foot points forward. The 363 type has a taller figure, but more compact design and well-balanced. The left foot points forward and right and there is a slight lean to the figure.

Grade: Sharp aEF, some light surface possible cleaning marks in field on reverse in fields