Lot 2656
Sale 110 · Important Australian & World Coins, Medals, Tokens & Banknotes
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Description
John III Ducas called Vatatzes, Empire of Nicaea, (A.D. 1222/3-1254), gold hyperpyron nomisma, Magnesia mint, (4.17 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, cross to left and right above throne, (S.2073, DOC 4d, Vol.4, pl.XXIX, 4d; H.Pl.31, 14). Clipped, nearly extremely fine and very scarce, weak on head of reverse legend.
- Estimate
- $300
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $360