Basil I, 867-886

BASIL I with CONSTANTINE, 867-886. AV Solidus (4.28 gms), Constantinople Mint, 871-886. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Edge Marks, Scratch, Test Cut.

S-1704. Obverse: Christ Pantokrator seated facing on throne; Reverse: Crowned facing busts of Basil, wearing loros, and Constantine, wearing chlamys, holding between them a patriarchal cross. Some deposits and clipping of the edges are noted, but this otherwise stands as a solid budget example of the type.

Estimate: $300.00 - $450.00