Anastasius I, 491-518. Solidus (Gold, 20 mm, 4.27 g, 6 h), Constantinopolis, 491-498. 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 H / CONOB Victory standing front, head to left, holding long voided cross in her right hand; in field to right, star. DOC 3g. MIB 3a. SB 3. Slightly clipped and with two minor graffiti, otherwise, very fine.