Byzantine AV Hist. Nomisma Michael VII (1071-1078 AD) AU NGC 4/5
Numismatic
Byzantine AV Hist. Nomisma Michael VII (1071-1078 AD) AU NGC 4/5
Struck at the legendary mint of Constantinople, this gold histamenon nomisma dates to the reign of Emperor Michael VII, who ruled from 1071 to 1078 AD. Weighing approximately 4.4 grams, this ancient coin contains 0.1400 troy ounces of gold. It represents a fascinating window into a turbulent era of Byzantine history, marked by severe internal conflict and mounting pressures from external adversaries. The obverse of this gold coin displays a striking depiction of Christ Pantokrator facing forward. On the reverse, the design features a crowned bust of Emperor Michael VII. In this portrait, the emperor is depicted holding a labarum, a military standard, along with a globus cruciger, which is a cross-bearing orb. This specimen has survived the centuries in remarkable condition, graded as About Uncirculated.
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Specifications
| Country | Byzantine Empire |
|---|---|
| Year | 1071-1078 AD |
| Grade | Almost Unc (NGC) |
| Legal-tender face value | AV/EL Histamenon Nomisma |
| Metal | Gold |
| Weight | 0.1400 troy oz |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
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