Constantine IX Monomachus. Gold Tetarteron Nomisma (3.97 g), 1042-1055. Constantinople. + IhS XIS REX REςNANtihm, nimbate bust of Christ facing, raising hand in benediction and holding Gospels. Reverse: + CωnSτ-Anτn bASIL?ЧS Rm, crowned bust of Constantine IX facing, holding scepter with trefoil tip and globus-cruciger. DOC 5a; SB 1832. Well struck and lightly toned. Extremely Fine.
Estimated Value $900 - 1,000.