1071 NGC AU Michael VII Byzantine AV/EL Gold Electrum Histamenon Nomisma Christ (22072701D)
Almost Uncirculated Byzantine Empire Emperor Michael VII (1071 to 1078 CE) histamenon nomisma ancient gold/electrum coin.
Sear 1868, struck during the short reign of Michael VII from 1071 to 1078.
Obverse: Bust of Christ facing wearing nimbus, raising right hand in benediction, in left hand book of Gospels, flanked by letters IC and XC.
Reverse: Michael bust facing, bearded wearing crown and loros and holding labarum with pellet on shaft and orb.
Certified by NGC to AU, Strike: 4/5, Surface 4/5.
Well struck with detailed busts of Christ and Michael, very attractive in hand.
The obverse is on the convex side, subject to more wear and contacts, this coin had an exceptional high grade bust of Christ.
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