Leo I; AE4 Constantinople; Leo with captive
40,00 €
Description
Leo I (457 – 474 AD). AE4, Constantinople mint. D N LEO; diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust right; / Leo standing facing, head right, holding long cross in right and placing left hand on head of kneeling captive, star to left; CON in ex.
Specifications
| Diameter [mm]: | AE11 |
| Weight [g]: | 1,16 |
| Grade: | gF/VF |
| Attribution: | RIC X 701 |
| Commentary: | olive patina with some deposits, sharp reverse |
Historical Context
Leo abolished any non-religious celebrations on Sundays.






