BASIL I with CONSTANTINE, 867-886. AV Solidus (4.35 gms). Constantinople Mint. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 2/5. Ex Jewelry.
S-1704. Obverse: Christ Pantokrator seated facing on throne; Reverse: Crowned facing busts of Basil, wearing loros, and Constantine, wearing chlamys, holding between them a patriarchal cross. This handsome example demonstrates a good strike and the noted jewelry use makes this a solid budget example of the type.
Estimate: $300 - $500