BYZANTINE EMPIRE. Nicephorus III, 1078-1081 AD. Anonymous Æ Follis (4.61 gm; 28 mm). Facing bust of Christ, with decorated nimbus, wearing pallium and colobium, holding Book of Gospels with both hands; in field, IC – XC. Rev. Latin cross ending with three globules at each extremity; at center, X and at base, floral ornaments. DO class I; Sear 1889. Nicely centered. Choice EF. Original find patina.