Constantine VIII. Gold Histamenon Nomisma (4.40 g), 1025-1028. Constantinople. + IhS XIS REX REGNANTihm, Bust of Christ facing, raising hand in benediction and holding Gospels. Reverse: + CωnSτAnτIn bASILEЧS Rom, crowned facing bust of Constantine, holding labarum and akakia. DOC 1; SB 1815. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $400 - UP
Ex The William Oldknow Collection.