Constantine IX Monomachus. Gold Histamenon Nomisma (4.42 g), 1042-1055. Constantinople. + IHS XIS REX REGNANTIM, Bust of Christ, nimbate, facing, raising hand in benediction and holding Gospels. Reverse: + CωnST-AnTn bASILEUS Rm, crowned bust of Constantine IX facing, wearing loros, holding cross-tipped scepter and globus-cruciger. DOC 3; SB 1830. Lustrus. Superb Extremely Fine. Estimated Value $500 - UP