NICEPHORUS II, 963-969. AV Histamenon Nomisma (4.17 gms), Constantinople Mint, 967-969. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Clipped.
S-1778. Obverse: Facing bust of Christ Pantokrator; Reverse: Facing busts of the Theotokos (Virgin Mary) and Nicephorus, holding between them a patriarchal cross. Glistening and brilliant, this dazzling specimen presents great eye appeal despite the noted light clipping at the edges.
Estimate: $600.00- $900.00