Ancients
Constantine IX Monomachus (AD 1042-1055). AV histamenon nomisma (4.38 gm). Constantinople. Nimbate bust of Christ facing, raising right hand in benediction and holding Gospels tucked in left arm / Crowned facing bust of Constantine IX, wearing loros of square pattern, holding cruciform scepter in right hand and and globe surmounted by pelleted cross. Sear 1830. DOC 3a. One edge somewhat bent, otherwise well struck on a broad flan. NGC Choice AU 5/5 - 4/5, edge crimp.
Estimate: 500-700 USD