Histamenon of Constantine VIII, Constantinople

Obv.: Bust of Christ Pantocrator (Type VIII) facing, bearded, with cross nimbus, wearing tunic and himation, r, hand in cloak, l. holding book to breast. Rev.: Bust of Constantine VIII facing, bearded, wearing collar piece, modified loros, and crown with cross and pendilia. In r. hand labarum surmounted by cross with pellet on shaft; in l. hand, akakia.