920/​295

Michael VI Stratioticus, 1056–1057, Constantinople, Tetarteron, nimbate Virgin rasing both hands / crowned Michael with long cross and akakia, DOC 2.2, S 1841, 4.00 g - rare.

Theodora choose the court bureaucrat Michael as her successor in the middle of 1056. He was not a successful ruler, and after a short reign he lost power and abdicated in August 1057.

Ex. Niels Stampe; ex. UBS 76/1401, Zurich, Jan. 2008, ticket enclosed.

Quality

EF

Auction
Category
Estimate

30,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

21,000 DKK  

2 bids

When Bidder Bid
21,000 DKK
20,000 DKK