Nicephorus Basilacius. Usurper, 1078. Æ Follis (25.5mm, 7.66 g, 12h). Thessalonica mint. Good Fine.Electronic Auction 539 Byzantine, Bronze Sold For $ 190. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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Nicephorus Basilacius. Usurper, 1078. Æ Follis (25.5mm, 7.66 g, 12h). Thessalonica mint. Facing bust of Christ Pantokrator / Jeweled patriarchal cross with central saltire and three pellets at end of each extremity; C / [N] - B / B in quarters across field. DOC 2b (Nicephorus Bryennius; Unidentified Mint); SB 1890. Dark brown and earthen surfaces. Good Fine. Overstruck on a Class I Anonymous Follis. An interesting overstrike on a much later issue than the more often encountered Class A overstrikes. |