CONSTANTINE IX, 1042-1055. AV Histamenon Nomisma (4.40 gms), Constantinople Mint, 1046-1049. NGC MS, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.
S-1829. Obverse: Christ Pantokrator seated facing on throne; Reverse: Crowned facing bust of Constantine, holding labarum and globus cruciger. Struck somewhat off-center, this piece nevertheless presents a full design on the flan and is free from any handling or commonly-encountered defects. Lustrous and quite brilliant.
Estimate: $700.00- $1000.00