Lot 4966

Sale 125 · Important Australian, British, World, and Ancient Coins, Banknotes, and Medals

Description

John VIII Palaeologus, (1425-1448), silver stauraton or half hyperpyron, (6.60 g), Constantinople mint, obv. facing bust of Christ Pantokrator, rev. crowned facing bust of John, sigla, small pellet on left, large pelet on right (S.2563, DOC 1665-1714). Very fine, toned with some striking weakness.

Ex Dr. V.J.A. Flynn Collection and previously from A.H. Baldwin & Sons Ltd., with ticket.

Estimate
$200
Result Status
Sold
Prices Realised
$450

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