THEOPHILUS with CONSTANTINE and MICHAEL III, 829-842. AV Solidus (4.45 gms), Constantinople Mint, 831-842. NGC Ch AU, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 3/5. Die Shift, Scratches.S-1653. Obverse: Crowned facing bust of Theophilus, wearing chlamys and holding patriarchal cross and akakia; Reverse: Crowned facing busts of Michael and Constantine, each wearing chlamys; cross above. A pleasing strike with light toning, though some minor die shifting and a scratch between the two busts on the reverse are noted.Ex: Classical Numismatic Group (9/2000) Lot #1542.