Byzantine - Andronicus II and Michael IX - Gold Hyperpyron > Lot No. 334

Description:
1295-1320 AD. Obv: bust of the Virgin within City walls. Rev: Andronicus and Michael kneeling either side of Christ.

Measurements:
Gold, 4.30 grams, 25.71 mm.

Condition:
Very fine; minor striking splits at edges.

References:
Sear 2396 (variant).

Provenance:
Ex Baldwins Argentum, 6th February 2010, Lot 59.

Estimate: £100 - 150 (EUR 120 - 190; USD 160 - 240)

Auction date: Thursday 9th September 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £200