MICHAEL VII, 1071-1078. EL Histamenon Nomisma (4.30 gms), Constantinople Mint. NGC Ch EF, Strike: 4/5 Surface: 4/5.S-1868. Obverse: Facing bust of Christ Pantokrator; Reverse: Crowned facing bust of Michael, holding globus cruciger and labarum. Very well centered and struck, with some luster remaining on its nearly problem free surfaces. Only a few light hairlines are present and prevent an even higher designation.