Leo I; AE2 for Cherson; emperor with captive
Description:
Leo I (457 - 474 AD). AE2, Constantinople mint for Cherson. D N LEO PERPET AVG; diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right / SALVS RPVBLCA [sic]; emperor standing right, holding labarum and globe, spurning bound captive, CON in ex.
Diameter:
AE20 mm
Weight:
3,42 g
Grade:
VF/VF
Attribution:
RIC X 657-664; H24a-b Pl. 9; DO LRC 561
Commentary:
rare; olive green patina, minor flan cracks, good details
History:
Leo abolished any non-religious celebrations on Sundays.
Article Number:
054-02-01-41652