Anastasius I, 491-518. Solidus (Gold, 20 mm, 4.39 g, 7 h), Constantinopolis, 498. D N ANASTASIVS P P AVG Pearl-diademed, helmeted and cuirassed bust of Anastasius I facing slightly to right, holding spear in his right hand and with a shield decorated with horseman attacking a fallen foe over his left shoulder. Rev. VICTORIA AVGGG Θ / CONOB Victory standing front, head to left, holding long jewelled staff surmounted by inverted Chi-Rho in her right hand; in field to left, star. DOC 6b. MIB 6. SB 4. A well struck example with an excellent portrait. Light scratches and the flan slightly wavy, otherwise, extremely fine.