Nicephorus II Phocas. 963-969. AR Milaresion (22.5mm, 2.84 g, 6h). Constantinople mint. Struck 963-969. Cross crosslet set on globus above two steps; in central medallion, crowned bust of Nicephorus facing / Legend in five lines. DOC 6; SB 1781. Some porosity, scratches. VF.
From the Richard Basler Collection.