Byzantine Empire, AV histamenon nomisma, Romanus III (1028-34 AD), Constantinople mint, mounted Christ-side out in 18K gold bezel. 8.65 grams total. Christ enthroned facing, raising hand in blessing and holding Gospels / standing figures of Romanus, holding globus cruciger in left hand, and the Virgin Mary, nimbate, wearing pallium and maphorium, who reaches up with right hand to crown Romanus (Sear 1819). Full details, AU- with muted luster.
Estimate: $1250-2000