Lot 4259
Theophilus, 829-842. Gold Solidus (4.4g) minted at Constantinople. * ΘEOFI - LOS BASILE Θ.Bust facing of Theophilus with short beard, wearing crown and chlamys, holding partriarchal cross in right hand, akakia in left. Reverse: + MIXAHL S CONSTANTIN'. Busts facing of Michael II, with short beard, and Constantine, smaller and beardless, each wearing crown and chlamys; between heads, pellet; above, cross. DO 3; Sear 1653. Some earthern deposits still remain. Extremely Fine.
Estimated Value $2,000 - 2,500.
The Hunter Collection.
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