Lot 3378
Sale 88 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals & Banknotes, Dr John Chapman Collection
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John III Ducas called Vatatzes, Empire of Nicaea, (A.D. 1222/3-1254), gold hyperpyron nomisma, Magnesia mint, (4.15 grams), second coinage early style, issued 1232-1254, obv. Christ enthroned facing nimbate, raising hand, IC XC either side of head, cross to left above throne, rev. John standing left being crowned by the Virgin Mary, to left and right traces of legend, (S.2073, DOC 4c, Vol.4, [type illustrated], Hendy Pl.31, 13). Extremely fine and very rare.
- Estimate
- $600
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $0