Theodosius II, 402-450. Solidus (Gold, 21 mm, 4.44 g, 6 h), Constantinopolis, 441. D N THEODO-SIVS P F AVG Helmeted, pearl-diademed and cuirassed bust of Theodosius II facing, his head turned slightly to right, holding spear over his shoulder in his right hand and with a shield, decorated with a horseman spearing fallen enemy, on his left shoulder. Rev. VIRT ЄX-ЄRC ROM / CONOB Soldier advancing to right, head facing, dragging captive with his right hand and holding trophy over his left shoulder; in field to right, star. Depeyrot 83/1. RIC 283. A lustrous, clear and sharply struck example. Virtually as struck.