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Solidus with bust of Basiliscus
Roman
Imperial Period
A.D. 475–476
Mint: Constantinople
Medium/Technique
Gold
Dimensions
Diameter: 21 mm. Weight: 4.45 gm.
Credit Line
Anonymous gift in memory of Zoë Wilbour (1864–1885)
Accession Number35.338
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CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsNumismatics – Coins
DescriptionObverse: Helmeted bust of Basiliscus, facing, in military dress, with shield and spear.
DNBASILIS CUSPP AVG
Reverse: Victory standing left holding tall cross. In field, right, star.
VICTORI A AVGGS In exergue: CONOB
DNBASILIS CUSPP AVG
Reverse: Victory standing left holding tall cross. In field, right, star.
VICTORI A AVGGS In exergue: CONOB