John III Doukas Vatatzes, Gold, Nomisma Hyperpyron, Magnesia, 1221-1254
Obverse
Christ seated on backless throne. Right hand raised in blessing. To left and right, IC̅ XC̅.
Symbol
Cross in left field.
Obverse
Christ seated on backless throne. Right hand raised in blessing. To left and right, IC̅ XC̅.
Symbol
Cross in left field.
Reverse
John III Vatatzes standing on left receiving blessing from the Virgin. John wears loros and collar-piece with six jewels. Labarum in right hand, globus cruciger in left hand. Inscriptions in two columns, the left of which is illegible.
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Accession number | BZC.2006.42 |
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Ruler | John III Doukas Vatatzes |
Date of Reign | 1221–1254 |
Metal | Gold |
Denomination | Nomisma Hyperpyron |
Mint | Magnesia |
Date | 1221 – 1254 |
Diameter | 29.0 mm |
Weight | 4.45 g |
Relation of Dies | 6:00 |
Shape | Cup |
Condition | Double struck (obv) |
Metal Composition | 83.7% Au; 13.5% Ag; 2.7% Cu; 231 ppm Pb; 72 ppm Pt (analyzed in IRAMAT.CNRS Orléans by LA-ICP-MS). |
Acquisition History
From A. H. Baldwin’s Stock, 28 February 2006
Commentary
This coin type is missing in DOC. Its fineness suggests it could be an early issue of John III Vatatzes.