Michael VIII Palaeologus, 1261-1282. Hyperpyron (Gold, 21 mm, 4.15 g, 7 h), Constantinopolis. Bust of Virgin Mary, orans, within city walls furnished with six groups of towers and flanked by P and an uncertain symbol. Rev. X/M ΔI/Π[...]-[...]ΠΑΛ Emperor kneeling slightly to right, being presented by Archangel Michael to Christ enthroned slightly to left and holding book of Gospels in his left hand. SB 2243. The reverse struck somewhat off center and with cleaning scratches, otherwise, good very fine.
Price realized | 280 CHF |
Starting price | 100 CHF |