

Leo I (457-474). AE 11.5 mm. Constantinople mint. Obv. DN LEO P F AVG. Pearl-diademed, draped, and cuirassed bust right. Rev. Lion crouching left, head right; in exergue, CON. RIC X 674. 1.44 g. 11.50 mm. Scarce. Superb example, in exceptional state of preservation for issue. Lovely dark patina. EF.