Michael VIII Palaeologus. 1261-1282. AV Hyperpyron Nomisma (23mm, 4.17 g, 6h). Constantinople mint.Electronic Auction 461 Byzantine, Gold Sold For $ 350. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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Michael VIII Palaeologus. 1261-1282. AV Hyperpyron Nomisma (23mm, 4.17 g, 6h). Constantinople mint. Half-length figure of the Theotokos, orans, within city walls with six towers / Michael facing, kneeling slightly right and being presented by archangel Michael to Christ seated facing to right and holding book of the Gospels. Cf. DOC V 14 for type; PCPC 5 (uncertain sigla); SB 2243. Light scratches in margins. VF. |