S-1800. Facing nimbate bust of Christ holding book of Gospels; Reverse: Facing busts of Basil II, wearing loros, and Constantine VIII, holding plain cross between them. A gorgeous example with a fearsome visage of a stern Christ. Intriguing to behold. Highly lustrous, sharply struck and excellent centering coupled with a nice strike and lovely surfaces.,NGC Ch MS, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 5/5.,