John I Zimisces. 969-976. AR Miliaresion (21.5mm, 2.11 g, 6h). Constantinople mint. VF.

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Lot: 482. Estimated: $ 100

Byzantine, Silver

Sold For $ 110. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

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John I Zimisces. 969-976. AR Miliaresion (21.5mm, 2.11 g, 6h). Constantinople mint. Cross crosslet set upon globus above two steps; in central medallion, crowned bust of John facing, wearing loros / Legend in five lines. DOC 7; SB 1792. Toned, clipped, doubling, minor die breaks, light scratch. VF.

This specimen does not perfectly conform to either DOC sub-designation of (a) with five pellets above and below the reverse inscription, or (b) with four. On this example, four pellets are found above and five below.

Closing Date and Time: 6 March 2024 at 12:40:20 ET.

All winning bids are subject to a 20% buyer’s fee.