Byzantine Empire (491-1204)
Constantine VIII. Gold Histamenon Nomisma (4.40 g), 1025-1028. Constantinople. + IhS XIS REX REGNANTIhm, bust of Christ facing, raising hand in benediction and holding Gospels. Reverse: + CωnSτAnτIn bASILEЧS ROm, crowned facing bust of Constantine, holding labarum and akakia. DOC 1; SB 1815. NGC grade Ch XF; Strike: 5/5, Surface: 3/5. Wavy flan. Estimated Value $300
Ex The William Oldknow Collection.