MICHAEL IV the Paphlagonian (1034-1041). GOLD Histamenon Nomisma. Constantinople.
Obv: + IhS XIS RЄX RЄςNANTIhM.
Facing bust of Christ Pantokrator, holding gospels and raising hand in benediction.
Rev: + mIXAHL bASILЄЧS Rm.
Crowned facing bust of Michael, wearing loros, holding labarum and globus cruciger; manus Dei above.
Sear 1824.
Condition: Extremely fine.
Weight: 4.38 g.
Diameter: 26 mm.