Basiliscus, 475-476. Solidus (Gold, 20 mm, 4.44 g, 6 h), Constantinopolis. D N bASILISC Ч S P P AVG Pearl-diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust of Basiliscus facing, his head turned slightly to right, holding spear in his right hand and with shield decorated with horseman attacking a fallen foe over his left shoulder. Rev. VICTORIA AVGGG / CONOB Victory standing left, holding long jeweled cross; to right, star. Depeyrot 101/1. RIC 1003. Rare. An attractive and lustrous example. Die break and graffito on the obverse and with a few minor scratches. Virtually as struck.