Solidus of Michael III the Drunkard SB1687

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Sear:1687
DOC:vol..pl.,
Ruler:Michael III the Drunkard (842-867)
Metal:Gold
Denomination:Solidus
Mint:Constantinople
Description:Michael III, with Theodora. 842-867 AD. AV Solidus (4.44 gm). Constantinople mint. IhSUS XRISTOS and star, bust of Christ facing with cross behind head, long hair and full beard, raising right hand in benediction and holding book of gospels / + MIXAHL S QUODORA, crowned facing busts of Michael III, beardless, wearing chlamys on the left and Theodora, wearing loros on the right, cross between their heads. DOC III 2, SB 1687.
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