ROMANUS III, 1028-1034. AV Histamenon Nomisma (4.39 gms), Constantinople Mint. NGC Ch AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5.
S-1819. Obverse: Christ Pantokrator seated facing on throne; Reverse: Romanus, placing hand on breast and holding globus cruciger, standing facing and being crowned by the Theotokos standing facing to right; five pellets in loros end. Well centered and fairly well struck, this piece also presents a good deal of shimmering brilliance throughout.
From the Collection of a Gentleman.
Estimate: $600 - $900