Jesus Christ Portrait! Constantine X. and 50 similar items

Right Click picture to see larger image size. Byzantine Empire Constantine X, Ducas 1059-1067 AD. 28mm at widest. 7.09gm ~ Larger and heavier than U.S. Quarter which is is 24mm and 5.7gm. Constantinople mint, Struck 1059-1067 AD. Striking image of Christ resembling the Shroud of Turin. Obverse: +EMMA - NOVHA, IC | XC ~Translation from Greek: 'God is With Us Jesus Christ' across fields Bust of Christ facing, wearing nimbus cruciger, pallius and collobium, raising right hand in benediction, book of Gospels in left hand. Reverse: +??? ??????V? ? ??V? ~ Translation from Greek: 'Constantine King Ducas' Bust of Constantine X facing, bearded, wearing crown and loros, cross in right hand, akakia in left. Ref. Sear Byzantine 1854. Nearly Very Fine Condition. Dark Olive Brown patina with attractive contrasting tan earthen deposits. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ OUR GUARANTEE: All illustrations are of the actual item offered. The authenticity of all pieces is fully guaranteed. Any item ever shown otherwise may be returned unaltered for full refund less shipping. If any item purchased is not to your satisfaction you may return it unaltered within 30 days of purchase for a full refund less shipping. We also guarantee absolute discretion and confidentiality in all transactions Copyright 2016-2017 ZEUS GALLERY ID zeus_gallery .