John III Ducas (Vatatzes), emperor of Nicaea, 1222-1254. Trachy (Bronze, 30 mm, 2.87 g, 6 h), Magnesia. Θ / Δ/Η - ΜΙ/(ΤΡ)Ι/O/C Half-length bust of St. Demetrius, nimbate, facing, holding sword in right hand and shield decorated with a star in left. Rev. [...A... CΠOTIC...] John standing facing, holding labarum-tipped scepter in right hand and globus cruciger in left; to upper right, manus Dei. DOC 51. SB 2105. Some weakness, otherwise, good very fine.
Price realized | 240 CHF |
Starting price | 75 CHF |