CRUSADERS. Baldwin II of Courtenay ? (1240-1261). GOLD Hyperpyron. Constantinople. Copying the hyperpyra of John III Ducas (Magnesia).

Obv: IC - XC.
Christ Pantokrator seated facing on throne; trefoil to left.
Rev: John standing facing, holding labarum and akakia, and being crowned by the Virgin Mary to right.

Metcalf p. 229; cf. Sear 2073 (for prototype)

Condition: Extremely fine.

Weight: 4,22g.
Diameter: 27mm.