Byzantine Empire Gold Histamenon Constantine X Constantinopolis Christ NGC AU

Description

Byzantine Empire Gold Coin Histamenon Constantinopolis
Constantin X
AD 1059-1067
Currency
Second Solidus Nomisma (720-1092)
Denomination:
Histamenon = Solidus (1)
Authenticity is guaranteed and certified by Numismatic Guaranty Corporation NGC
Grade:
AU Strike: 4/5 Surface: 4/5
Certification Number:
4375233-016
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Composition: Gold
Diameter: 26 mm (round irregular)
Weight: 4.37 g.
Catalog References:
BCV# 1847, DOC III-2# 1b
struck in Constantinople
Obverse:
Christ pantocrator, nimbate, draped, seated facing on throne, raising right hand in blessing, a book of gospels resting on left knee.
Lettering: +IhS XIS REX REGNANTIhM
Translation: Jesus Christ King of the Kings
Reverse:
Constantine X standing facing on footstool, bearded, holding labarum with pellet on shaft with right hand and globus cruciger on left hand.
Lettering: +KWN RACL' O DOVKAC
Translation: Constantinus Ducas
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