ROMANUS III ARGYRUS, 1028-1034. AV Histamenon Nomisma (4.40 gms), Constantinople Mint. NGC Ch AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 3/5. Light Graffito.
S-1819. Obverse: Christ Pantokrator seated facing on throne; Reverse: Romanus standing facing, holding globus cruciger, being blessed by the Theotokos to right; six pellet on loros end. Well centered and highly glistening, this example presents a solid strike with virtually no evidence of handling.
Estimate: $700 - $1000