Michael VIII Palaeologus. 1261-1282. AV Hyperpyron Nomisma (27mm, 4.22 g, 6h). Class IIb. Constantinople mint.Electronic Auction 458 Byzantine, Gold Sold For $ 200. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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Michael VIII Palaeologus. 1261-1282. AV Hyperpyron Nomisma (27mm, 4.22 g, 6h). Class IIb. Constantinople mint. Half-length figure of the Theotokos, orans, within city walls with six towers; to left, x above Δ | K / Emperor kneeling slightly right, being presented by Archangel Michael to Christ enthroned slightly left, holding Gospels; (IC XC) between emperor and Christ. DOC –; PCPC 5 sigla 39 var. (Δ | K only); SB 2242. Toned, flan crack. VF. |