Watch List notes:

John I Tzimisces (969-976). AR Miliaresion, Constantinople mint. Obv. Cross crosslet on globus above two steps; at centre, circular medallion containing facing bust of John, wearing crown and loros. Rev. IωANN/EN Xω AVTO/CRAT EVSEB/BASIΛEVS/RωMAIω in five lines. D.O. 7. R. 1919. Sear 1792. AR. g. 2.49 mm. 21.50 A very attractive example, brilliant and superb. EF.