Theodosius II, Eastern Roman Empire (AD 402-450) - the "Calligrapher" . AV solidus (22mm, 4.50 gm, 5h). NGC Choice AU 5/5 - 3/5. Constantinople, 9th officina, AD 425-429. D N THEODO-SIVS P F AVG, pearl-diademed, helmeted, cuirassed bust of Theodosius II facing, head slightly right, spear in right hand over shoulder, shield decorated with horseman motif in left / SALVS REI-PVBLICAE Θ, Theodosius II and Valentinian III seated facing on double throne, nimbate, wearing consular robes, mappa in right hand, cruciform scepter in left; star above, CONOB in exergue. RIC X 237.
 
Pedigree: Münzen und Medaillen VI, Lot 866, December 6-7, 1946 in Basel, Switzerland.