104, Lot: 223. Estimate $200. Sold for $229. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

MICHAEL VII, Ducas. 1071-1078. EL Histamenon Nomisma (30mm, 4.40 gm). Nimbate facing bust of Christ, holding Gospels / Crowned bust of Michael facing, holding labarum (pellet on shaft, four pellets, central square) and globus cruciger. DOC III 2d; SB 1868. Good VF.

From the Garth R. Drewry Collection.