Michael VIII Palaeologus. 1261-1282. AV Hyperpyron (24mm, 4.16 g, 6h). Constantinople mint.CNG Feature Auction 117 Byzantine, Gold Sold For $ 4 500. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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Michael VIII Palaeologus. 1261-1282. AV Hyperpyron (24mm, 4.16 g, 6h). Constantinople mint. The Theotokos enthroned facing, holding medallion of Holy Infant; MP and ΘV, each with macron above, across field / Michael standing facing, being presented by St. Michael, who stands behind him, to Christ enthroned left, holding scroll; to right, IC XC, each with macron above, in two lines. DOC 1; SB 2241. Toned, edge scrape, lightly clipped. VF. Very rare, particularly this nice. |