Lot 166
Byzantine Empire. Constantine IX Monomachus, 1042-1055 AD. Gold Histamenon Nomisma (4.37 g). Constantinople mint. Christ, nimbate, enthroned facing, raising hand in benediction, holding Gospels. Reverse: Facing bust of Constantine, wearing crown and loros, holding cruciform scepter and patriarchal cross on globus. SBC 1828; DOC III 1a. Choice, clean strikes on both sides. With brilliant to almost glossy luster. Handsome example, on spread flan. Lustrous Uncirculated.
Estimated Value $500 - 600.
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| Realized $1,093 |
