Andronicus II Palaeologus, 1282-1328. Hyperpyron (Gold, 25 mm, 4.06 g, 6 h), Constantinople, 1282-1294. Bust of the Virgin orans within the city walls furnished with six groups of towers; in lower field, CZ-ZC sigla. Rev. ANΔPO/NIKOC E/ XΩ T C/IΛIΠ/TICO IC/XC Andronicus on left, nimbate and kneeling right blessed by Christ standing facing on right, with decorated nimbus, holding Book of Gospels; between them fleur-de-lis; to right, C/N. DOC 225 var (sigla). PCPC 91B Sigla 77 var. SB 2326. Attractively toned. Very fine.
Price realized | 190 CHF |
Starting price | 150 CHF |