Lot 3558

Sale 109 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals, Tokens & Banknotes

Description

John III Ducas called Vatatzes, Empire of Nicaea, (A.D. 1222/3-1254), gold hyperpyron nomisma, Magnesia mint, (4.35 g), second coinage transitional to late style, issued 1232-1254, obv. Christ enthroned facing nimbate, raising hand, IC XC either side of head, rev. John standing left being crowned by the Virgin Mary, to left and right traces of legend, (S.2073, DOC 6a, Vol.4, pl.XXX; H.Pl.32, 3). Weak in places, otherwise nearly extremely fine.

Ex D.J.Foster Collection and previously from Spink Noble Sale 40 (lot 2641).

Estimate
$300
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$320

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