Anastasius I, 491-518. Solidus (Gold, 21 mm, 4.16 g, 6 h), a contemporary plated imitation. Irregular mint, after 492. D N ANASTA-SIVS P P AVG Pearl-diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust of Anastasius I facing, his head turned slightly to right, holding spear in his right hand and a shield, decorated with a horseman spearing a fallen foe, over his left shoulder. Rev. VICTORI-A AVGGG Θ / CONOB Victory standing front, head to left, holding long jeweled cross in her right hand; in field to right, star. Cf. DOC 3, MIBE 4 and SB 3 (for prototype). An interesting imitation of charming imitative style. Minor breaks in plating, otherwise, very fine.