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Hyperpyron of Michael VΙII Palaeologus

On the one side the Virgin is depicted praying at the walls of Constantinople. On the other side Archangel Michael presents the kneeling emperor to Christ. Next to the emperor, are the inscriptions IC XC (Jesus Christ) and P Τ. The coin was struck at the Constantinople mint.

Code

ΒΝ 2288/4

Type

Coin-hyperpyron

Chronology

1259-1282

Dimensions

Diameter 2,5 cm., weight 3,90 gr.

Material of Construction

Gold

Origin

Given by E. Souvatzis

See also

EXHIBITS

Hyperpyron of Alexius I Komnenos

EXHIBITS

Hyperpyron of Manuel I Komnenos

EXHIBITS

Hyperpyron of John II Komnenos

EXHIBITS

Hyperpyron of Michael VΙII Palaeologus

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