Basil I the Macedonian. 867-886. AR Miliaresion (24mm, 2.86 g, 12h). Constantinople mint. Struck 868-879.CNG Feature Auction 117 Byzantine, Silver Sold For $ 1 300. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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Basil I the Macedonian. 867-886. AR Miliaresion (24mm, 2.86 g, 12h). Constantinople mint. Struck 868-879. Cross potent set on three steps; globus below / + ЬASI/LIOS CЄ/COҺSTAҺ/TIҺ’ PISTV/ЬASILIS/ROMЄO’ in six lines. DOC 7; SB 1708 (this coin). Attractive cabinet tone, obverse struck with clashed die. EF. A very attractive and well-detailed example of this issue. |