MANUEL I COMNENUS, 1143-1180. BI Aspron Trachy, Constantinople Mint, ca. 1160-1164. GOOD VERY FINE.
S-1964. Obverse: The Virgin Mary seated facing on throne, holding head of Holy Infant on her lap; Reverse: Manuel standing facing, holding labarum and globus surmounted by patriarchal cross. Deep brown surfaces with some darker highlights. Fairly well centered and struck on a broad scyphate flan, lacking many of the typical issues commonly encountered.
Estimate: $75.00- $125.00