MANUEL I, 1143-1180. EL Aspron Trachy, Thessalonica Mint, ca. 1160-1167. NGC VF. Scratches, Graffito, Ex Jewelry.
S-1974. Obverse: The Theotokos seated facing, holding head of Holy Infant on breast; Reverse: Manuel and St. Demetrius standing facing, holding labarum between them. Though it shows an edge chip and mounting marks along the rims, this piece retains attractive central details and nice champagne-colored electrum surfaces.
Estimate: $100 - $200