Michael VII Ducas, 1071-1078. Histamenon nomisma (Gold, 27 mm, 4.39 g, 6 h), Constantinople. Bust of Christ Pantokrator facing, raising right hand in benediction and holding Gospels in left; in field, IC - XC. Rev. +MIX-AHΛ BACIΛ O Δ Crowned bust of Michael facing, wearing loros, holding labarum in his right hand and globus cruciger in his left. DOC 2c. SB 1868. Well-centered and a good strike. A few minor scratches on the rims, otherwise, very fine.
From the Collection of John Aiello, USA.