Ancients
Constantine X Ducas (1059-1067). AV tetarteron nomisma (19mm, 3.97 gm, 6h). Constantinople. MHP (ligate) - ΘV across fields, facing half-length bust of the Virgin Mary, nimbate and orans, wearing tunic and maphorium / KωN - RΛCIΛ O ΔVK, half-length crowned facing bust of Constantine, wearing saccos and loros, holding globus cruciger in right hand and akakia in left. Sear 1849. DO 3a. Rare, particularly so in this exemplary grade! With a lovely bust of the Virgin and perfect surfaces. NGC AU★ 5/5 - 5/5.
Estimate: 1800-2200 USD