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Byzantine Coinage, Michael VII, Histamenon Nomisma, Constantinople, 1071-8, nimbate bust of Christ, raising right hand in benediction and holding book of Gospels, pellets to left and right, rev. crowned facing bust of Emperor, wearing loros, holding laborum with pellet on shaft and globus cruciger, 4.42g (Sear 1868 var.). Hairline crack, otherwise extremely fine, scarce £300-400

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, A Collection of Ancient Coins, the Property of a Gentleman.

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