Description: Anonymous Follis Class G, attributed to Romanus IV (1068-1071). Bust of Christ facing , wearing a nimbus crown, pallium and colobium, and raising right hand in benediction, in left hand, scroll / Facing bust of the Virgin Orans, nimbate and wearing pallium and maphorium.

Diameter: AE26 mm

Weight: 8,98 g

Grade: VF/VF

Attribution: SB 1867

Commentary: olive-grey patina with sandy deposits, attractive details

History: The orans posture (extended arms, hands outstretched) was the common position while celebrating the eucharist until the 12th century, when the joining of hands began to replace it.

Article Number: 053-08-01-41652