The Constantine VIII AV Histamenon Nomisma (1025–1028 AD) graded NGC AU 4/3 is a notable example of early 11th-century Byzantine gold coinage issued during the reign of Emperor Constantine VIII. He was the son of Emperor Romanos II and was co emperor for 63 years with his father, stepfather, uncle, and brother. When Basil II died in 1025, the rule was left to Constantine VIII alone. This brief time from 1025-28 resulted in the collapse of military power of the Empire. With no sons, Constantine VIII married his daughter to his chosen successor Romanos Argyros before his death.
Struck in high karat gold, the obverse depicts a lovely bust of Christ wearing nimbus cruciger raising hand in benediction and gospels cradled in left arm. Triple border with cross behind. The reverse features a bust of Constantine VIII wearing a crown with jeweled collar, labarum in right hand and akakia in left hand. Absolutely gorgeous type with a nice strike and eye appeal.
The Constantine VIII AV Histamenon Nomisma (1025–1028 AD) graded NGC AU 4/3 is a notable example of early 11th-century Byzantine gold coinage issued during the reign of Emperor Constantine VIII. He was the son of Emperor Romanos II and was co emperor for 63 years with his father, stepfather, uncle, and brother. When Basil II died in 1025, the rule was left to Constantine VIII alone. This brief time from 1025-28 resulted in the collapse of military power of the Empire. With no sons, Constantine VIII married his daughter to his chosen successor Romanos Argyros before his death.
Struck in high karat gold, the obverse depicts a lovely bust of Christ wearing nimbus cruciger raising hand in benediction and gospels cradled in left arm. Triple border with cross behind. The reverse features a bust of Constantine VIII wearing a crown with jeweled collar, labarum in right hand and akakia in left hand. Absolutely gorgeous type with a nice strike and eye appeal.
