CNG 85, Lot: 1290. Estimate $300. Sold for $675. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

Michael VII Ducas. 1071-1078. AV Histamenon Nomisma (28mm, 4.52 g, 6h). Constantinople mint. Struck 1071-1078. Facing bust of Christ Pantocrator / Crowned facing bust of Michael, wearing loros, holding labarum (pellet on shaft) and globus cruciger. DOC 2d; SB 1868. Near EF, a few light scratches along edges.