Constantine IX Monomachus. Gold Histamenon Nomisma (4.36 g), 1042-1055 EF. Constantinople. + IhS XIS REX REGNANtihm, Christ, nimbate, enthroned facing, raising hand in benediction and holding Gospels. Reverse: + CωnSτA-nτn bASILEЧS Rm, crowned bust of Constantine IX facing, wearing loros, holding cruciform scepter with tendril ornament and globus cruciger with patriarchal cross. DOC 1a; SB 1828. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $400 - 500
From the Aurora Family Collection.