Byzantine Empire (491-1204)
Leo VI, the Wise. Gold Solidus (4.35 g), 886-912. Constantinople, 908-912. + IhS XPS REX REGNANTIЧM, Christ Pantokrator enthroned facing, raising hand in benediction and holding Gospels. Reverse: Leon ET ConSτAnτ' AЧGG' Rom', Leo, on left, and Constantine, on right, standing facing, both crowned and wearing loros decorated with a cross at end, each holding globus cruciger and together holding together holding patriarchal cross between them. DOC 2; SB 1725. Very Rare. NGC grade Ch XF; Strike: 5/5, Surface: 3/5. Edge scuff. Estimated Value $1,250
Ex The William Oldknow Collection.