Lot 4680
Empire of Nicaea. John III Ducas-Vatazes, 1222-1254. Gold Hyperpyron (4.57 g). Magnesia. Christ enthroned facing with crossed nimbus, wearing pallium and colobium, raising hand in benediction and holding Book of Gospels. Reverse: John on left, standing facing and holding labarum, crowned by the Virgin. DO 5.9; Sear 2073. Unusually well struck with excellent detail. We note some graffiti in the left reverse margins not effecting design.
Estimated Value $500 - 600.
Ex Numismatica Ars Classica 56, 2010, Lot 815.
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