Basil I the Macedonian, with Constantine, 867-886. Miliaresion (Silver, 24 mm, 2.79 g, 1 h), Constantinople, 868-879. IhSuS XRI-StuS nICA Cross potent on base and three steps; below, globe; all within triple circle of pellets. Rev. +bASI / LIOS CE / CONStAn /tIns PIStV / bASILIS / ROMEO' in six lines within triple circle of pellets. DOC 7. SB 1708. Very well-struck and attractive. Slightly clipped as usual, otherwise, extremely fine.
From the Trausnitz Collection, ex G. Hirsch 206, 24 November 1999, 606.
Price realized | 420 CHF |
Starting price | 140 CHF |
Estimate | 175 CHF |