Manuel I Comnenus, 1143-1180. Aspron Trachy (Electrum, 32mm, 4.06 g 6), Constantinople, 1167-1183 (?). IC XC Christ, nimbate and robed, seated facing on throne with a back, and holding book of gospels in his left hand. Rev. ΜΑΝVΗΛ - ΔϵCΠΟΤ / ΜΡ On the left, Manuel, standing facing holding labarum in his right hand and globus cruciger in his left, and with a collar piece containing three jewels; on the right, the Virgin, standing facing on the right, raising her right hand to crown the emperor. DOC 6a. SB 1961. An attractive example, toned and clear. Extremely fine.

From the Stoecklin Collection.

Hendy has suggested that some coins from this issue were struck posthumously.