Constantine X Ducas, 1059-1067. Histamenon (Gold, 25 mm, 4.38 g, 6 h), Constantinople. +IhS IXS REX REGNANThIm Christ, nimbate, seated facing on straight-backed throne, raising his right hand in benediction and holding book of Gospels in his left. Rev. + KωN RACΛ O ΔOVKAC Constantine standing facing, wearing crown and loros, holding labarum, decorated with pellet on shaft, in his right hand and globus cruciger in his left. DOC 1b. SB 1847. Nicely centered and clear, with fine portraits and attractive style. Areas of flatness on the obverse , otherwise, very fine.
Price realized | 300 CHF |
Starting price | 150 CHF |