Michael VIII Palaeologus. 1261-1282. AV Hyperpyron Nomisma (29mm, 4.27 g, 6h). Constantinople mint.Electronic Auction 467 Byzantine, Gold Sold For $ 250. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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Michael VIII Palaeologus. 1261-1282. AV Hyperpyron Nomisma (29mm, 4.27 g, 6h). Constantinople mint. Half-length figure of the Theotokos, orans, within city walls with six towers; across field, M and VO, each with macron above / Michael facing, kneeling slightly right and being presented by archangel Michael to Christ seated facing to right and holding scroll; cross in upper field. Cf. DOC V 16; PCPC 4 (cf. sigla 11); SB 2242. Lightly toned, some scratches. VF. |