Lot 3160
Sale 124 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Medals, and Banknotes
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Description
John III Ducas called Vatatzes, Empire of Nicaea, (A.D. 1222/3-1254), gold hyperpyron nomisma, Magnesia mint, (4.16 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, weak striking on face of Christ, good very fine - nearly extremely fine and very scarce.
Ex Noble Numismatics private purchase.
- Estimate
- $300
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $460