Constantine X Ducas. Gold Histamenon Nomisma (4.31 g), 1059-1067 EF. Constantinople. + IhS XIS REX REGNANTInm, Christ, nimbate, seated on square-backed throne, raising hand in benediction and holding Gospels. Reverse: + Kωn RAC Λ O ΔOVKAC, empeor sanding facing on cushion, holding labarum and globus cruciger; pellet on labarum shaft. DOC 1b; SB 1847. Graffiti in obverse margin. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $400 - 450
Purchased in 1969; From the Aurora Family Collection.