Andronicus II Palaeologus, with Michael IX. 1282-1328. AV Hyperpyron (25mm, 4.02 g, 6h). Class IIa. Constantinople mint. Struck circa 1294-1303.Electronic Auction 503 Byzantine, Gold Sold For $ 180. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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Andronicus II Palaeologus, with Michael IX. 1282-1328. AV Hyperpyron (25mm, 4.02 g, 6h). Class IIa. Constantinople mint. Struck circa 1294-1303. Half-length figure of the Theotokos, orans, within city walls with six towers; sigla: Ï | [Ï] / Christ standing facing, crowning Andronicus II and Michael IX kneeling to either side. DOC 235; PCPC 127 (sigla 15); SB 2396. Toned, typical striking central weakness. VF. |