Leo III the "Isaurian", with Constantine V, 717-741. Solidus

Leo III the "Isaurian", with Constantine V, 717-741. Solidus (Gold, 20 mm, 4.41 g, 7 h), Constantinople, Η = 8th officina, 720-725. d N D LEO-N P A MЧL' Crowned and bearded bust of Leo III facing, holding cross on globe in his right hand and akakia with his left. Rev. d N CONST-ANTINЧS MΗ Youthful crowned bust of Constantine V facing, his ears not covered by his hair, holding cross on globe in his right hand and akakia with his left. DOC 3e. Füeg 3.I.1. SB 1504. Sharply struck, well-centered and attractive. Tiny metal fault on the obverse, otherwise, virtually as struck.
From the Apsimar Collection.