Basil II, 976-1025. Gold Histamenon Nomisma (4.32 g) minted at Constantinople. Facing bust of Christ, holding book of Gospels. Reverse: Facing busts of Basil II and Constantine VIII (brothers and co-emperors), holding patriarchal cross crosslet between them. D.O. 3; S. 1797. Excellent strike. Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $1,200 - 1,500. Categories: The Byzantine Empire
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