

Temp. Nicephorus III (c, 1078-1081). AE Anonymous Follis. Constantinople mint. Obv. Nimbate bust of Christ facing, holding Gospels. Rev. Latin cross with globus and two pellets at each end and saltire at center; crescents across upper field, floral scroll below. D.O. pp. 696-9, Class I; Sear 1889. 5.75 g. 24.00 mm. Reddish earthen dark green patina. VF.