Jonathan K. Kern Inventory
450-457 AD gold solidus of the Roman emperor Marcian
Vitae
Date: 450-457 AD
Dimensions: 19.5mm
Certified by: NGC
Grade: Ch Unc
Obverse
Helmeted and armoured bust of Marcian, holding shield, and spear over his shoulder.
Reverse
Angel standing, holding long jeweled cross.
Additional Notes
Marcian's power was centered in the eastern capital of Constantinople. The west by this time was very feeble and overrun by migrating tribes.
Cost: $1977