CONSTANTINE X, 1059-1067. AV Histamenon Nomisma (4.37 gms), Constantinople Mint, 1062-1065. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.
S-1847. Obverse: Christ Pantokrator seated facing on throne; Reverse: Constantine standing facing on dais, holding labarum and globus cruciger. This beautiful scyphate piece displays gleaming luster around its sharp devices. The dramatically cupped flan is slightly oblong, but remains remarkably free from tooling, graffiti, or other damage.
Ex: Christie's New York (05/1984), Lot # 549.
Estimate: $300 - $500