Semissis - Leo I VICTORIA AVGG, Constantinopolis

€1.00
IssuerEastern Roman Empire
Year462-466
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueSemissis (1/2)
CurrencySolidus (330-476)
CompositionGold
Weight2.26 g
Dimensions18 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationVariable alignment ↺
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) RIC X#608, OCRE#ric.10.leo_i_e.608
Obverse descriptionPearl-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust of Leo I right, seen from front.
Obverse scriptLatin
Obverse letteringD N LEO PE-RPET AVG
(Translation: Our Lord Leo, Perpetual August)
Reverse descriptionVictory seated right on cuirass, inscribing XXVXXX on shield set on knee; star to left, staurogram to right, mintmark in exergue.
Reverse scriptLatin
Reverse letteringVICTORIA AVGG CONOB
Edge
MintCONOB
Constantinople (ancient),modern-day Istanbul, Turkey (330-476)
MintageND (462-466) CONOB - -
Catalog ID3716104350
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