Lot 695:
Basil I, the Macedonian (867-886), with Constantine (868-879). Debased AV Semissis (?), Syracuse mint. Obv. Bust facing, wearing crown and loros, and holding globus cruciger. Rev. Facing bust of Constantine, wearing crown and chlamys, and holding globus cruciger. Cf. D.O. 14a, 15; Cf. Sear 1714; Cf. (same) BMC 31. 1.21 g. 13.00 mm. R. Rare and choice. EF.