Rome. Marcian, 451-457 AD. Gold Solidus (4.47 g)

Rome. Marcian, 451-457 AD. Gold Solidus (4.47 g), 
Constantinople mint, struck c. 450-453 AD. 
Frontal pearl-diademed, helmeted, and cuirassed half bust of 
Marcian, head turned slightly to the side, holding spear over 
right shoulder, along with shield bearing armed horseman device. 

Reverse: Victory standing left, holding jeweled long cross, 
star in right field; Officina H. 

RIC 510; DOCLR 481; Depeyrot 
87/1; Hunter 5; MIRB 5b.