Solidus of Michael III the Drunkard SB1688

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Sear:1688
DOC:vol..pl.,
Ruler:Michael III the Drunkard (842-867)
Metal:Gold
Denomination:Solidus
Mint:Constantinople
Description:Michael III. 842-867 AD. AV Solidus. Constantinople mint. IhSUS XRISTOS and star, bust of Christ facing with cross behind head, long hair and full beard, raising right hand and holding book of gospels / +MIXAHL bASILE', crowned facing bust of Michael, with short beard, wearing loros, holding labarum and akakia, cross to left. DOC 3, SB 1688.
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