Michael VIII Palaeologus. 1261-1282. AV Hyperpyron Nomisma (23mm, 4.18 g, 6h). Class IIa. Constantinople mint.

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Lot: 612. Estimated: $ 300

The Collection of a Philhellene, Gold

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Michael VIII Palaeologus. 1261-1282. AV Hyperpyron Nomisma (23mm, 4.18 g, 6h). Class IIa. Constantinople mint. Half-length facing figure of the Theotokos, orans, within city walls with six towers; sigla: unclear / Michael facing, kneeling slightly right and being presented by archangel Michael to Christ, seated facing to right and holding scroll. DOC 2-16; PCPC 4; SB 2242. A few light scratches. Good VF. Well struck obverse.

From the Collection of a Philhellene. Ex Classical Numismatic Group 82 (16 September 2009), lot 1155.


Closing Date and Time: 24 March 2021 at 13:23:40 ET.

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