Lot 743:
Marcian (450-457). AV Solidus, Constantinople mint. Obv. D N MARCIA-NVS P F AVG. Helmeted, pearl-diademed, cuirassed, facing front bust, holding spear in right hand behind head and shield decorated with horseman on left arm. Rev. VICTORI-A AVGGG. Victory, winged, draped, standing left, supporting long jeweled cross; star in right field. RIC X 510. 4.41 g. 21.50 mm. Scarce. Interesting 'IV' graffito on obverse. Scratch on reverse. Good VF.