Description: Nikephoros III (1078 - 1081). AE Follis, Constantinople mint. IC-XC to left and right of three-quarter length figure of Christ standing facing, wearing nimbus cross, holding book of gospels and raising right hand, large star to left and right / C-F-N-D in the four corners of a cross with a large dot at the ends of each arm, circle in centre containing large star of eight rays.

Diameter: AE26 mm

Weight: 5,88 g

Grade: gF/gF

Attribution: SB 1888; DO9

Commentary: grey-brownish patina with some metal highlights, some flat areas on both sides

History: In his revolt against Michael VII, Nikephoros was supported by Seljuk Turks.

Article Number: 062-03-04-42747