Constantine IX Monomachus. Gold Histamenon Nomisma (4.31 g), 1042-1055. Constantinople. + IHS X REX REGNANTInm, Bust of Christ, nimbate, facing, raising hand in benediction and holding Gospels. Reverse: + CωnST-AnTn bASILEUS Rm, crowned bust of Constantine IX facing, wearing loros, holding cross-tipped scepter and globus-cruciger. DOC 3; SB 1830. NGC grade Ch AU; Strike: 4/5, Surface: 3/5 (misidentified on the holder as Constantine VIII). Estimate Value $700 - 800