Andronikos II Palaiologos, Gold, Nomisma Hyperpyron, Thessalonike, 1294-1320
Obverse
Virgin orans within the walls of Constantinople connecting four castles.
Symbol
E to left of Virgin, to right. K C between towers above.
Reverse
Christ standing at center blessing the kneeling figures of Andronikos II, bearded, left, and Michael IX, with moustache, right. IC̅ XC̅ in left and right fields above emperors’ heads. Inscription visible at right.
X|Λ|O
Obverse
Virgin orans within the walls of Constantinople connecting four castles.
Symbol
E to left of Virgin, to right. K C between towers above.
Reverse
Christ standing at center blessing the kneeling figures of Andronikos II, bearded, left, and Michael IX, with moustache, right. IC̅ XC̅ in left and right fields above emperors’ heads. Inscription visible at right.
X|Λ|O
| Accession number | BZC.2006.28 |
|---|---|
| Ruler | Andronikos II Palaiologos |
| Date of Reign | 1294–1320 |
| Associated Authority | Michael IX Palaiologos |
| Metal | Gold |
| Denomination | Nomisma Hyperpyron |
| Mint | Thessalonike |
| Date | 1294 – 1320 |
| Diameter | 23.0 mm |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Relation of Dies | 6:00 |
| Shape | Cup |
Acquisition History
From A. H. Baldwin’s Stock AM 1179, 17 July 2006
Commentary
This coin has an unpublished siglon.