1486. ALEXIUS I . 1081-1118. AR Histamenon Nomisma (4.14 gm). Pre-reform coinage, 1081-1092. Thessalonica mint. Nimbate bust of Christ, holding Gospels / St. Demetrius and Alexius standing, holding patriarchal cross between them. DOC IV 5b; SB 1905. Toned VF. ($500) CNG Mail bid sale #58, 18 Sept 2001, lot 1486. Lot sold for $450. Used by permission of CNG, www.historicalcoins.com