Coin of John I Tzimiskes

Obv.: Ornaments above and below inscription. Three borders of dots, the center one ornamented with eight globules. Above and below inscription, -- + -- (+ made up of • surrounded by a dot each at 90 degree angles). Rev.: Cross crosslet with terminal pellets on two steps, having in center a medallion with facing bust of John I, bearded, wearing loros and crown with cross. Three borders of dots, the center one ornamented with eight globules.