Lot 167
Byzantine Empire. Constantine X Ducas, 1059-1067. Gold Histamenon Nomisma (4.42 g). Constantinople mint. Christ seated on curved-backed throne, holding book of Gospels, hand raised in benediction. Reverse: The Virgin, nimbate (on right) and Constantine, bearded (on left), both stand facing, as she crowns the emperor, who holds globus cruciger; M above. SBC 1848; DOC III 2; BN 10-11. Especially well struck. Highly lustrous and choice! Brilliant Uncirculated.
Estimated Value $450 - 550.
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