CRUSADERS. Baldwin II of Courtenay ? (1240-1261). GOLD Hyperpyron. Copying the hyperpyra of John III Ducas (Magnesia).
Obv: IC - XC.
Christ enthroned facing, raising right hand in benediction and holding Book of Gospels; trefoil of pellets to right.
Rev: Emperor on left, wearing loro and holding akakia and labarum, crowned by Virgin on right.
Metcalf p. 229; cf. Sear 2073 (for prototype).
Condition: Very fine.
Weight: 4.27 g.
Diameter: 25 mm.
Price realized | 350 EUR 11 bids |
Starting price | 100 EUR |
Estimate | 125 EUR |