Nicephorus III Botaniates, 1078-1081. 2/3 Miliaresion (Silver, plated, 21 mm, 0.90 g, 6 h). (MHP) - ΘV Half-length figure of the Virgin, nimbate and orans, facing. Rev. + ΝΙΚΗΦΡ [ΔΕC Τω RΟΤΑΝΙ]ΑΤ The emperor standing facing, wearing crowned and loros, holding labarum with X on the shaft and globus cruciger. DOC 8. SB 1887. Extremely rare and listed as unique in Sear, but a few other examples have appeared on the market in recent years. Brownish-green patina with just a trace of silvering remaining. Nearly very fine.